The red hake is a bottom-dwelling fish found in the northwest Atlantic Ocean. It features a slender body with a reddish-brown hue and a distinctive long, barbel-like fin ray under its chin. Typically reaching 12-20 inches and weighing 1-3 pounds, it feeds on small crustaceans and fish. Red hake are known for their nocturnal activity and preference for muddy or sandy substrates. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Red hake
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