Where Does American Anglerfish Live?

American Anglerfish lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find American Anglerfish

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Typically found at depths ranging from 20 to 900 meters (66 to 2,953 feet), most commonly between 50 and 200 meters.

Environment

Benthic, inhabiting soft bottoms (sand, mud, gravel) on continental shelves and slopes. Often buries itself partially in the substrate.

Geographic range

Western North Atlantic Ocean, from the Grand Banks of Newfoundland south to the coast of North Carolina, occasionally extending to northern Florida.

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