Fishing for Largemouth eel

Congriscus megastoma

The Largemouth eel is a slender, elongated fish known for its distinctive wide mouth. It typically measures around 24 inches in length and weighs up to 3 pounds. Inhabiting coastal waters and estuaries, it preys on small fish and crustaceans. The eel exhibits nocturnal behavior, often hiding in crevices during the day and hunting at night. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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