Anarrhichthys ocellatus
Eels and others
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 1 and 226 Meters.
- Common species.
General behaviour of the species
- The species is territorial
- Species generally living in a couple
- The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard
General characteristics of the species
- Maximum size : 240 cm
- The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
- Diet : Sea urchins - Mollusks -
- The animal can show variable colouring
Relationship with humans
- The animal may bite
- The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
- The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
Wolf-eel
Pazifische Seewolf
Loup de mer à ocelles
Anguila lobo