Ahlia egmontis

Eels and others

Key worm eel

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic
The temperate Atlantic

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed in seagrass among algae or phanerogams.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
The species can be found between 1 and 30 Meters.
Rare species.
Hides among algae.

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

The species is generally observed in seagrass among algae or phanerogams.
The species is generally motionless in its environment
The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.

General behaviour of the species

The species is territorial
Species generally solitary
Hides among algae.
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 38 cm
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest