Red Pike Conger
Cynoponticus coniceps
- Group: Eel
- Typical depth: 10–100 m
- Max size: 2 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
A large conger of sand and mud bottoms, the red pike conger takes both invertebrates and fish with its long, toothy jaws. It reaches around two metres and is valued as a food fish, with flesh rated of excellent quality.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Anguilliformes › Muraenesocidae › Cynoponticus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 271797.
FAQ
- How deep does the Red Pike Conger live?
- The Red Pike Conger (Cynoponticus coniceps) is typically found at 10–100 m.
- Is the Red Pike Conger dangerous to divers?
- The Red Pike Conger is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Red Pike Conger get?
- The Red Pike Conger grows to about 2 m.