Centrolophus niger

Open-sea hunters

  • Blackfish
  • Schwarzfisch
  • Zwarte vis
  • Centrolophe noir
  • Blackfish
  • Centrolofo nero

Distribution

  • The temperate Atlantic
  • The Indian Ocean
  • The Mediterranean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally found in the open sea.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
  • The species can be found between 5 and 1000 Meters.
  • Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

  • Species generally living in a group
  • The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 150 cm
  • The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
  • Diet : Fishes - -

Relationship with humans

  • The species is good to eat
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
    • -Sport or local fishing