Common eel
Congresox talabonoides
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Saltwater
Overview
Common eel (Congresox talabonoides) is a marine fish of the family Muraenesocidae, in the order Anguilliformes. Maximum recorded length is 250 cm. Its recorded depth range is 800–875 m. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 250,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 800-875m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
800-875m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Anguilliformes (Eels) |
| Familie | Muraenesocidae |
| Arten | Congresox talabonoides |
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How big does Common eel get?
Common eel can grow up to 250.0 cm long.
Where is Common eel found?
Estuaries
What family does Common eel belong to?
Common eel (Congresox talabonoides) belongs to the family Muraenesocidae in the order Anguilliformes (Eels).
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