Brown eel
Anguilla obscura
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Overview
Brown eel (Anguilla obscura) is a euryhaline fish of the family Anguillidae (Freshwater Eels), in the order Anguilliformes. Maximum recorded length is 110 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–3000 m. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 110,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 0-3000m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Tipo de Agua
Freshwater & Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
0-3000m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Anguilliformes (Eels) |
| Familia | Anguillidae (Freshwater Eels) |
| Especies | Anguilla obscura |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Brown eel get?
Brown eel can grow up to 110.0 cm long.
Where is Brown eel found?
Estuaries
What family does Brown eel belong to?
Brown eel (Anguilla obscura) belongs to the family Anguillidae (Freshwater Eels) in the order Anguilliformes (Eels).
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