Fishing for European eel

Anguilla anguilla

The European eel is a migratory fish known for its elongated, snake-like body. It inhabits freshwater and coastal regions across Europe. Typically reaching 20-30 inches and weighing up to 8 pounds, it feeds on insects, worms, and small fish. Notable for its complex life cycle, it travels thousands of miles to spawn in the Sargasso Sea. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Freshwater / Mixed

Common depth

? - 2297 ft

IUCN Status

Critically endangered

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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