A rare fish with human-like teeth have been caught in the United States.

The fish was identified as a sheepshead fish Which has several rows of molars for crushing prey. The fish appears to have been given its name because it's mouth perfectly looked like that of a sheep.

A photo of the fish was shared on Facebook this week by Jenneth's Pier a fishing destination in Nag's head, North Carolina.

The fish was reportedly reeled in by Nathan Martin, a regular on the pier.