The grey tilefish is a demersal fish found in deep waters of the western Atlantic. It features a slender, elongated body with a bluish-grey hue. Typically reaching 15-25 inches and weighing 5-10 pounds, it feeds on crustaceans and small fish. Known for its burrowing behavior, it inhabits sandy or muddy substrates at depths of 250-500 feet. This summary is AI generated
Water type
Common depth
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Grey tilefish
length · weight
Grey tilefish
length · weight
Grey tilefish
length · weight
Grey tilefish
35 in · 14 lb
Grey tilefish
26 in · 5 lb
Grey tilefish
length · weight
Grey tilefish
35 in · 15 lb


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