The giant mottled eel is a large, elongated fish known for its mottled brown and yellow skin. It inhabits freshwater rivers and estuaries across the Indo-Pacific region. Typically reaching lengths of 40-60 inches and weighing up to 44 pounds, it feeds on crustaceans and small fish. Nocturnal by nature, it is a solitary and secretive predator. This summary is AI generated
Water type
Common depth
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Giant mottled eel
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Giant mottled eel
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Giant mottled eel
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