The great northern tilefish is a vibrant marine species known for its elongated body and iridescent scales. It inhabits deep waters along the Atlantic coast, dwelling in burrows on sandy or muddy sea floors. Typically reaching lengths of 24-38 inches and weighing 15-25 pounds, it feeds on crustaceans and mollusks. Tilefish are solitary and exhibit territorial behavior. 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 Great northern tilefish.