Species guide
How to catch Red pike conger
Cynoponticus coniceps
saltwaterMuraenesocidae
The red pike conger is a large eel-like fish recognized by its elongated body and cone-shaped head. It lives on sandy and muddy bottoms and preys on smaller fishes and invertebrates. This species can grow impressively long and heavy but is not typically targeted as a game fish.
Where they live
Found along sandy and muddy bottoms of the Pacific Ocean near North America, from shallow waters around 10 meters down to about 100 meters deep.
Typical size
Up to about 202 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- invertebrates
Best baits
- small fish pieces
- shrimp
- squid
Best lures
- soft plastic eels
- jigs
- deep water plugs
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- drift fishing
- using baited hooks near sand or mud bottoms
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