The Twoline eelpout (Bothrocara brunneum) is a saltwater fish of the family Zoarcidae that grows up to 74 cm.
Description
The twoline eelpout is an eelpout from the northern Pacific. The species grows to about 74 cm and has a strongly elongate, eel-like, brown body with a continuous fin fringe around the tail, characteristic of the eelpouts. As a bottom-dweller it lives on soft bottoms of cold, deep water and feeds on small bottom animals and crustaceans. The fish is harmless to humans and has not been evaluated by the IUCN (NE).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Twoline eelpout?
The Twoline eelpout has a snake-like body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Twoline eelpout live?
The Twoline eelpout lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Twoline eelpout get?
The Twoline eelpout grows to a maximum of about 74 cm.
Is the Twoline eelpout dangerous to humans?
No, the Twoline eelpout is harmless to humans.
Is the Twoline eelpout edible?
The Twoline eelpout is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Bothrocara
More from the family Zoarcidae
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