No, conger eels do not eat plankton. They are predatory fish and their diet consists primarily of:
* Fish: They are opportunistic feeders and will eat a variety of fish, including cod, herring, and even smaller conger eels.
* Crustaceans: Crabs, lobsters, and shrimp are also common prey for conger eels.
* Cephalopods: Squid and octopus are sometimes on the menu.
Conger eels have powerful jaws and sharp teeth, ideal for catching and consuming larger prey. They are ambush predators, hiding in crevices and waiting for prey to come close before striking.
Plankton, on the other hand, are tiny organisms that drift in the water column. While some fish eat plankton, conger eels are far too large and their mouths are not designed for filtering such small organisms.