Fin's Fish Guide
The Anchor Tilefish (Caulolatilus intermedius) is a saltwater fish of the family Malacanthidae that grows up to 60 cm.
Western Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico; muddy bottoms of the continental shelf.
Description
The Gulf bareye tilefish is a tilefish of the family Malacanthidae from the western Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico. The species grows to about 60 cm and has an oblong, greyish body with a yellowish tinge and a continuous dorsal fin. It lives on mud bottoms of the continental shelf, often near self-dug burrows or ledges. As a bottom predator it feeds on small crustaceans, molluscs, worms and small fishes. The Gulf bareye tilefish is a locally valued food fish marketed mostly fresh. It is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Anchor Tilefish?
The Anchor Tilefish has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Oblong, greyish body with a yellow tinge; bottom-dwelling predator of muddy bottoms near burrows.
Where does the Anchor Tilefish live?
The Anchor Tilefish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Western Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico; muddy bottoms of the continental shelf.
How big does the Anchor Tilefish get?
The Anchor Tilefish grows to a maximum of about 60 cm. On average the species is around 20 cm.
Is the Anchor Tilefish dangerous to humans?
No, the Anchor Tilefish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Anchor Tilefish edible?
Yes, the Anchor Tilefish is commonly eaten.
More photos
Want the complete picture on the Anchor Tilefish?
Point your camera at the fish and Fin names the species in seconds. Free, and the Anchor Tilefish is one of 12,519 species in the app.
All data
Identification
Appearance
Habitat & distribution
Behaviour & biology
For anglers
Safety
Status & sources
Same genus Caulolatilus
More from the family Malacanthidae
Want the complete picture on the Anchor Tilefish?
Point your camera at the fish and Fin names the species in seconds. Free, and the Anchor Tilefish is one of 12,519 species in the app.