Anguilla anguilla

Eels and others

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European eel
Aal
Anguille
Anguila
Anguela

Distribution

The temperate Atlantic
The Mediterranean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally motionless in its environment
The species is found in a sheltered zone
The species can be found between 0 and 700 Meters.
Rare species.

General behaviour of the species

The species is territorial
The species is migrating
Species generally solitary
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 130 cm
Maximum age known : 88 year(s)
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.

Relationship with humans

The species is in great demand and highly appreciated
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing
The species is classified asVulnerable

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!