Some cusk eels are found in shallow water, but most are deep-water fish, growing no longer than 0.6 metre (2 feet); however, two species exceed 1.5 metres (5 feet) in length.

Are cusk eels eels?

Cusk eels (family Ophidiidae) are a grouping of fish that can be found in much of the world's temperate and tropical oceans. Their name can be misleading since they are not a true eel. They share many features with eels, but one feature that distinguishes them is their fins.

What does cusk-eel eat?

Cusk are known to eat crabs and mollusks and not much else. Common predators are the blackrim cusk-eel, thorny skate, and windowpane flounder.