Fishing for Tadpole fish

Raniceps raninus

The Tadpole fish is a small, bottom-dwelling marine species typically found in the North Atlantic. It has a tadpole-like appearance with a large head and tapering body. Measuring up to 12 inches and weighing around 1 pound, it feeds on small invertebrates. Preferring sandy or muddy substrates, it exhibits solitary and nocturnal behavior. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Mixed

Common depth

? - 328 ft

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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Basteviksholm

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Basteviksholm

9 in · 7 oz

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Sand Wick

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Basteviksholm

6 in · 4 oz

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Veavågen

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Jacobs Pond

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Heron Bay

1 in · 2 oz

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1 in · 1 lb

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Rogerstown Inlet

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Heron Bay

1 in · 2 oz

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