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Cynoponticus coniceps (Jordan & Gilbert, 1882) Red pike conger |
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photo by
Robertson, R. |
| Family: | Muraenesocidae (Pike congers) | |||
| Max. size: | 202 cm TL (male/unsexed); max.weight: 11 kg | |||
| Environment: | demersal; marine; depth range 10 - 100 m | |||
| Distribution: | Eastern Pacific: Mexico to Ecuador. | |||
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| Biology: | Inhabits sand and mud bottoms (Ref. 9323). Feeds on invertebrates and fishes (Ref. 9323). The flesh is of excellent quality (Ref. 9323). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 21 May 2007 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||