This big red cornetfish was caught off the coast of Kona, Hawaii. This is the largest burrowing clam in the world, and is native to the west coast of North America. It's considered a delicacy in China (and priced accordingly) where it is cooked in a fondu-style hot pot.

Is Cornetfish edible?

These fish are known to make great soup and also half of the soft body of this cornetfish, Fistularia petimba is not edible. ... These fish are known as flutemouth because of their long flute-like snout and mouth. This cornetfish is known to belong to the same order as (pipefishes) and seahorses.

Is monkfish safe to eat?

Monkfish Contains Mercury

Outside of this issue of mislabeling, monkfish is generally considered an acceptable fish to eat. Today, the FDA classifies monkfish as a good choice that you can eat once a week. This means that its mercury levels are safer than fish like marlin or tuna.