Mainly caught at night, conger eels (Conger conger) have huge jaws and a very powerful bite, so be sure to dodge those teeth when handling. As a nocturnal fish found in dark holes, rocky crevices, and other shallow areas, having some light in the setup is essential. They are known to be best lured with live fish, such as herring, squid, or sardines, as they give a scented trail for conger eels to follow. Inshore a basic leger rig setup will work just fine, laying hook baits on seabeds. Having the hook at least 300mm from the swivel but can vary. This works well as conger eels can be suspicious; this setup allows the line the pass through the weight's, enabling fish to tug the bait without sensing any resistance. Conger eels have a habit of nibbling the baits before taking them; waiting to allow the conger to slightly bend the rod is better them reeling it in on the first tug. Once the rod is bend, it's time to bring the eel up. Once pressure is applied, the eel will lunge towards obstacles which is why a robust line is crucial, or it will snap. Once out of the water, be extremely careful as they will play dead and move unexpectedly. Conger eels can stay alive out of water for hours, using a disgorger as it is most likely to be deeply hooked. Once unhooked, keeping them in a cold and dark place will be best to calm them down. Maintaining wet hands when handling them is crucial to protect their slim protective layer. .