Fishing for Black snoek

Thyrsitoides marleyi

The black snoek is a slender, elongated fish known for its dark, metallic sheen. It inhabits deep ocean waters, typically around continental shelves. Reaching up to 40 inches and weighing around 10 pounds, it preys on smaller fish and squid. The black snoek is a solitary predator, often hunting in the twilight depths of the ocean. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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