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Pink Cusk-eel (Genypterus blacodes)

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description Pink Cusk-eel (Genypterus blacodes) Overview

Genypterus blacodes, commonly called the pink cusk-eel or pink ling, is a long-bodied marine fish in the family Ophidiidae. It lives on or near the seabed in temperate waters of the Southern Hemisphere, including areas around New Zealand, Australia, southern South America, and the Falkland Islands. The species is an important commercial fishery resource and is known regionally as ling, kingclip, golden ling, or Australian rockling. [FAO species profile](https://www.fao.org/fishery/aqspecies/3257_en/en) [Australian Fisheries Management Authority](https://www.afma.gov.au/species/pink-ling)

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What is a pink cusk-eel?

The pink cusk-eel, also called pink ling, is the fish species Genypterus blacodes. It belongs to the family Ophidiidae and has a long-bodied shape.

Where does Genypterus blacodes live?

It lives on or near the seabed in temperate waters of the Southern Hemisphere. Its range includes waters around New Zealand, Australia, and southern South America.

Is a pink cusk-eel a true eel?

Despite its eel-like body, the pink cusk-eel is not a typical true eel. It is classified in the cusk-eel family Ophidiidae.

What does the pink cusk-eel's habitat tell us about its feeding?

Its seabed habitat means it is adapted to search for food close to the bottom rather than living as a surface fish. The long body and bottom-associated lifestyle are characteristic clues for identifying it.

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