Eel
Anguilla japonica
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Overview
Eel (Anguilla japonica) is a euryhaline fish of the family Anguillidae (Freshwater Eels), in the order Anguilliformes. Maximum recorded length is 150 cm, with a maximum published weight of 1.9 kg. Its recorded depth range is 1–400 m. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 150.0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 1.89 kg |
| 서식 수심 | 1-400m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
수질 유형
Freshwater & Saltwater
서식 수심
1-400m
Taxonomy
| 목(目) | Anguilliformes (Eels) |
| 과(科) | Anguillidae (Freshwater Eels) |
| 종 | Anguilla japonica |
자주 묻는 질문
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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