The blue ling is a deep-sea fish known for its elongated body and bluish-grey coloration. It typically inhabits the North Atlantic Ocean, dwelling near the seabed at depths of 300 to 1,000 meters. Reaching lengths of up to 47 inches and weighing around 20 pounds, it primarily feeds on smaller fish and invertebrates, displaying solitary and nocturnal behavior. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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