American conger (Conger oceanicus) is a saltwater species recorded in the United States. It is found at depths of 1–477 m.
Scientific name: Conger oceanicus · Water: Saltwater
Size: up to 230 cm
The American conger is a demersal congrid found from shallow inshore waters down to 477 m. It is benthic and a nocturnal predator, feeding mainly on fishes but also on shrimps and small shellfish, and it is commonly caught by anglers along piers, docks and jetties. Maximum length is about 230 cm total length, commonly about 100 cm. It is a minor commercial species and a gamefish, with a low price category. Fishing vulnerability is very high at 83 of 100 and resilience low, and climate vulnerability is high at 60 of 100. IUCN lists it as least concern.
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