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The Large-eye conger (Ariosoma marginatum) is a saltwater fish of the family Congridae that grows up to 38 cm.
Description
The large-eye conger is a conger eel from the eastern Pacific, from the Gulf of California to Peru. The species grows to about 38 cm and has an elongate, smooth, pale brown body with conspicuously large eyes. As a bottom-dweller it lives buried in sandy and muddy coastal bottoms and hunts small bottom animals mainly at night. The fish is harmless to humans and is assessed as Least Concern (LC) by the IUCN.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Large-eye conger?
The Large-eye conger has a snake-like body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern. Elongate smooth body with large eyes; buried bottom-dweller
Where does the Large-eye conger live?
The Large-eye conger lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Eastern Pacific
How big does the Large-eye conger get?
The Large-eye conger grows to a maximum of about 38 cm.
Is the Large-eye conger dangerous to humans?
No, the Large-eye 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.
Is the Large-eye conger edible?
The Large-eye conger is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Ariosoma
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