The spotted hake is a marine fish known for its elongated body and distinctive dark spots along its sides. It inhabits the sandy and muddy bottoms of the western Atlantic Ocean. Typically reaching lengths of 12-20 inches and weighing up to 3 pounds, it primarily feeds on small crustaceans and fish. Spotted hakes are nocturnal, often active during the night. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Spotted hake
length · weight
Spotted hake
length · weight
Spotted hake
length · weight


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