Fishing for European angler

Lophius piscatorius
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The European angler is a distinctive fish known for its broad, flattened body and large mouth adorned with sharp teeth. It inhabits the sandy and muddy seabeds of the northeastern Atlantic. Reaching up to 78 inches and 127 pounds, it employs a unique lure on its head to attract prey, primarily feeding on fish and cephalopods. This summary is AI generated

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Water type

Saltwater

Common depth

66 ft - 3281 ft

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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