Fishing for European hake

Merluccius merluccius
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The European hake is a slender, elongated fish with a silvery-grey body and a distinctive large mouth. It inhabits the northeastern Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea, typically dwelling at depths of 70-370 meters. Reaching up to 40 inches and 15 pounds, it preys on smaller fish and squid. European hakes are nocturnal hunters, often forming small schools. This summary is AI generated

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Water type

Saltwater

Common depth

98 ft - 3527 ft

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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