Fin's Fish Guide
The Longtail conger (Uroconger lepturus) is a saltwater fish of the family Congridae that grows up to 52 cm.
Description
The longtail conger is a conger eel from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 52 cm and has an elongate, snake-like body tapering at the rear into a long, thin, thread-like tail. As a bottom-dweller it lives buried in sandy and muddy bottoms of the continental shelf and hunts small fish and crustaceans 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 Longtail conger?
The Longtail conger has a snake-like body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern. Elongate body with a long thread-like tail; buried bottom-dweller
Where does the Longtail conger live?
The Longtail conger lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Indo-West Pacific
How big does the Longtail conger get?
The Longtail conger grows to a maximum of about 52 cm. On average the species is around 30 cm.
Is the Longtail conger dangerous to humans?
No, the Longtail 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 Longtail conger edible?
The Longtail conger is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Uroconger
More from the family Congridae
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