Eel
Anguilla japonica
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 150.0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 1.89 kg |
| गहराई सीमा | 1-400m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
जल प्रकार
Freshwater & Saltwater
गहराई सीमा
1-400m
Taxonomy
| गण | Anguilliformes (Eels) |
| कुल | Anguillidae (Freshwater Eels) |
| प्रजातियाँ | Anguilla japonica |
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न
How big does Eel get?
Eel can grow up to 150.0 cm long and weigh 1.89 kg.
Where is Eel found?
Estuaries
What family does Eel belong to?
Eel (Anguilla japonica) belongs to the family Anguillidae (Freshwater Eels) in the order Anguilliformes (Eels).
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