Fishing for Tire track eel

Mastacembelus favus

The tire track eel is a freshwater fish known for its elongated body and distinctive dark markings resembling tire tracks. It inhabits slow-moving rivers and streams in Southeast Asia. Typically reaching up to 30 inches and weighing around 3 pounds, it is nocturnal and feeds on insects, crustaceans, and small fish. This species is popular in the aquarium trade. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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