Fishing for Roughhead grenadier

Macrourus berglax

The roughhead grenadier is a deep-sea fish known for its elongated body and large head covered with rough scales. It inhabits cold, deep waters of the North Atlantic. This species typically reaches up to 30 inches in length and weighs around 4 pounds. It primarily feeds on crustaceans and small fish, exhibiting solitary and slow-moving behavior. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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