The crocodile fish is a bottom-dwelling species known for its elongated, flattened body and cryptic coloration, which provides camouflage among sandy and rocky substrates. It primarily feeds on small fish and invertebrates. Typically reaching up to 20 inches in length and weighing around 4 pounds, it exhibits ambush predatory behavior in shallow coastal waters and coral reefs. This summary is AI generated
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Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
According to catch data from over 15 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the top baits used to catch Crocodile fish.