Gulf hake (Urophycis cirrata) is a saltwater species recorded in the United States. It is found at depths of 27–684 m.
Scientific name: Urophycis cirrata · Water: Saltwater
Size: up to 66 cm
The gulf hake is a phycid found on mud bottoms, and it is recorded from 27 to 684 m. Maximum length is about 66 cm total length, commonly about 40 cm, and it can live 14 years. It is of potential interest to fisheries and is a gamefish, with a very high price category. Fishing vulnerability is high at 56 of 100 and resilience low. IUCN lists it as least concern.
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