In European waters they are found from the cold waters of the Barents and Kara Sea through the Norwegian Sea and the western parts of the Baltic Sea. Distribution Worldwide distribution of the Atlantic Wolffish.Ītlantic wolffish are, as the name implies, found across the North Atlantic. It is edible and has commercial value, although its many names (and the fact that it is often only sold as pre-prepared fillets) mean that few members of the public are aware of the species they are consuming when they eat this fish. A number of darker bars run down the flanks.Ītlantic wolffish are somewhat fearsome-looking species which has sadly had its numbers depleted over recent decades, meaning it is now a very rare catch for the shore angler. Unusually blueish colour, although this can vary to brownish, greyish or other colours. Eyes are small and the large mouth is filled with both sharp teeth and crushing molar teeth. The anal fin is around two-thirds the length of the dorsal. A single dorsal fin is long and runs the whole length of the body. Description: Long, cylindrical eel-like body.Feeds on: Crabs, lobsters, starfish, sea urchins, prawns and shellfish.In European waters they are found from Scandinavian waters down to the Mediterranean Sea.
When sold as a food fish it may be known as Scotch Halibut, Woof or Scarborough Woof. Also known as: Wolf Eel, Sea Wolf, Sea Cat, Devil Fish, Ocean Catfish, Atlantic Catfish, Woof Fish.
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