Basketwork eel
Diastobranchus capensis
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Saltwater
Overview
Basketwork eel (Diastobranchus capensis) is a marine fish of the family Synaphobranchidae (Cutthroat Eels), in the order Anguilliformes. Maximum recorded length is 180 cm. Its recorded depth range is 183–2000 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 180.0 cm |
| गहराई सीमा | 183-2000m |
Habitat & Distribution
जल प्रकार
Saltwater
गहराई सीमा
183-2000m
Taxonomy
| गण | Anguilliformes (Eels) |
| कुल | Synaphobranchidae (Cutthroat Eels) |
| प्रजातियाँ | Diastobranchus capensis |
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न
How big does Basketwork eel get?
Basketwork eel can grow up to 180.0 cm long.
What family does Basketwork eel belong to?
Basketwork eel (Diastobranchus capensis) belongs to the family Synaphobranchidae (Cutthroat Eels) in the order Anguilliformes (Eels).
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