Carolina Hake
Urophycis earllii
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–81 m
- Max size: 45 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A hake of near shore Atlantic waters that seems to favour hard bottoms, living from the surface down to around 80 metres. Like other phycid hakes it has a slender body and elongate pelvic fins it uses to feel along the seabed for prey.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gadiformes › Phycidae › Urophycis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 158989.
FAQ
- How deep does the Carolina Hake live?
- The Carolina Hake (Urophycis earllii) is typically found at 0–81 m.
- Is the Carolina Hake dangerous to divers?
- The Carolina Hake is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Carolina Hake get?
- The Carolina Hake grows to about 45 cm.