
Southern conger
Conger verreauxi
Family
Congridae
Max Length
200 cm
Max Weight
5 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Overview
The southern conger is a conger of the family Congridae, found in the eastern Indian Ocean and south-western Pacific Ocean, including southern Australia and New Zealand, at depths down to 100 m in broken rocky reef areas. Length is up to 2 m and weight may be up to 5 kg.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big do Southern conger get?+
Southern conger (Conger verreauxi) can reach up to 200 cm in length and 5 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.