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How to catch Black oreo

Allocyttus niger

Stylized 2D illustration of Black oreo
saltwaterOreosomatidae

The Black oreo is a deep-bodied saltwater fish found along continental slopes. It inhabits depths from about 560 to 1300 meters and feeds mainly by filtering plankton. Though not a common game fish, it has a unique shape and deep-sea lifestyle.

Where they live

Found on continental slopes in the Pacific and Indian Oceans at depths between 560 and 1300 meters.

Typical size

Up to about 47 cm

What they eat

  • small fish
  • plankton
  • pelagic crustaceans
  • brown algae

Best baits

  • small fish bait
  • shrimp

Best lures

  • deep-water jigs
  • soft plastic lures

How to fish for them

  • deep-water jigging
  • bottom fishing

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