Anarhichas lupus

Eels and others

  • Wolf-fish
  • Seewolf
  • Zeewolf
  • Loup atlantique
  • Lobo
  • Lupa di mare

Distribution

  • The temperate Atlantic

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
  • The species is generally motionless in its environment
  • The species is found in a sheltered zone
  • The species can be found between 1 and 900 Meters.
  • Common species.

General behaviour of the species

  • Species generally living in a couple
  • The animal shows curiosity towards the diver

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 150 cm
  • Maximum age known : 50 year(s)
  • The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
  • Diet : Sea urchins - Crabs - Mollusks
  • The animal can show variable colouring

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
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!