Fishing for Black escolar

Lepidocybium flavobrunneum

The black escolar is a deep-sea fish known for its elongated, dark body and rough scales. It primarily feeds on squid and smaller fish. Inhabiting tropical and temperate oceans, it can reach up to 40 inches in length and weigh around 80 pounds. The species is a solitary, nocturnal predator, often found at depths of 200-885 meters. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Black escolar

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Black escolar

40 in · 35 lb

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Ensenada Sombre

63 in · 63 lb

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Port Eads Sanitary Canal

72 in · 65 lb

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