Fishing for Forkbeard

Phycis phycis

The Forkbeard is a marine fish known for its elongated body and distinctive forked beard-like barbels. It typically inhabits rocky and sandy substrates in the northeastern Atlantic Ocean. Reaching up to 24 inches and weighing around 6 pounds, it feeds on crustaceans and small fish. Forkbeards are solitary and mostly nocturnal, often hiding during the day. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

Common depth

43 ft - 2014 ft

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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