Pacific long-finned eel
Anguilla megastoma
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Overview
Pacific long-finned eel (Anguilla megastoma) is a euryhaline fish of the family Anguillidae (Freshwater Eels), in the order Anguilliformes. Maximum recorded length is 100 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–3000 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 100,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 0-3000m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Freshwater & Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
0-3000m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Anguilliformes (Eels) |
| Familia | Anguillidae (Freshwater Eels) |
| Especies | Anguilla megastoma |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Pacific long-finned eel get?
Pacific long-finned eel can grow up to 100.0 cm long.
What family does Pacific long-finned eel belong to?
Pacific long-finned eel (Anguilla megastoma) belongs to the family Anguillidae (Freshwater Eels) in the order Anguilliformes (Eels).
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