Fishing for European conger
Conger conger
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The European conger is a large marine eel known for its elongated, muscular body and smooth, scaleless skin. It inhabits rocky coastal waters and reefs across the eastern Atlantic. Typically reaching lengths of up to 60 inches and weighing around 110 pounds, it preys on fish, crustaceans, and cephalopods. Nocturnal and solitary, it is a formidable predator. This summary is AI generated
elliotbeatty, Fishbrain angler since 2022
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Water type
Saltwater
Common depth
? - 3842 ft
IUCN Status
Least concern
Threat to humans
Reports of ciguatera poisoning
Source: Fishbase
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According to catch data from over 15 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the top baits used to catch European conger.
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