Species guide
How to catch Blackrim cusk-eel
Lepophidium profundorum
saltwaterOphidiidae
The Blackrim cusk-eel is a small, elongated saltwater fish known for its subtle coloring and predatory habits. It inhabits deeper waters along the Atlantic coast, Caribbean, and Gulf of Mexico. This species primarily hunts for crustaceans and other small marine animals on the sea floor.
Where they live
Found in saltwater from 29 to 399 meters deep across the Atlantic, Caribbean, and Gulf of Mexico regions near North America. Prefers deeper offshore habitats on the sea floor.
Typical size
Up to about 28 cm
What they eat
- decapods (crabs, shrimp)
- small crustaceans
- other small marine animals
Best baits
- small shrimp
- pieces of crab
- cut bait
Best lures
- soft plastic grubs
- small jigs
- bottom rigs
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- drift fishing
- using baited traps
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