Fishing for Skilfish

Erilepis zonifer

The Skilfish is a large, deep-bodied fish found in the North Pacific Ocean. It typically reaches lengths of 40-60 inches and weighs up to 200 pounds. With a dark, bluish-black coloration, it preys on squid, crustaceans, and smaller fish. Skilfish inhabit deep waters and are known for their solitary behavior and slow growth rate. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

Common depth

? - 2231 ft

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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