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The Bristletooth conger (Xenomystax congroides) is a saltwater fish of the family Congridae that grows up to 88 cm.
Description
The bristletooth conger is a deep-sea eel (Congridae) of the continental slope in the western Atlantic. The species grows to about 80 cm and has an elongate, grey-brown, eel-like body with a pointed head and jaws bearing fine, bristly teeth. As a bottom-dweller of the deep water it hunts small fish and crustaceans. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bristletooth conger?
The Bristletooth conger has a snake-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Bristletooth conger live?
The Bristletooth conger lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. North America: Bahamas, USA
How big does the Bristletooth conger get?
The Bristletooth conger grows to a maximum of about 88 cm.
Is the Bristletooth conger dangerous to humans?
No, the Bristletooth conger is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Xenomystax
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