The peacock eel is a freshwater species notable for its elongated body and eye-catching, peacock-like spots along its fins. Native to Southeast Asian rivers and streams, it typically grows up to 15 inches and weighs less than a pound. It feeds primarily at night and is known for its burrowing behavior, often hiding in substrate during the day. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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