The Greater forkbeard is a deep-sea fish characterized by its elongated body and two distinct dorsal fins. It typically inhabits rocky and muddy seabeds at depths of 300-1,200 meters. Reaching up to 23 inches and weighing around 4 pounds, it feeds on crustaceans and small fish. The species is known for its nocturnal foraging behavior. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
According to catch data from over 15 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the top baits used to catch Greater forkbeard.