Conger conger

Eels and others

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  • European conger
  • Conger
  • Congeraal
  • Congre
  • Congrio
  • Grongo

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic
  • 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 1000 Meters.
  • Common species.

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

  • The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.

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 : 300 cm
  • Maximum age known : 21 year(s)
  • The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
  • Diet : Fishes - - Crabs

Relationship with humans

  • The animal may bite
  • The species is good to eat
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
    • -Sport or local fishing
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!