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Anguilla anguilla
ProtectedEuropean Eel
Common Names
DEAal
ENEuropean Eel
PT-BREnguia-europeia
ROEel
ZH鳗鱼
Habitat
Rivers, lakes, ponds and canals; active at night, hiding in mud or among stones during the day.
Occurrence regions
Maximum Size
130 cm
Minimum Catch Size
50 cm
Closed Season
01.10 – 31.03
Category
Protected
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Population stable, no immediate threat.
Distinguishing Features
Snake-like elongated body with small scales, long dorsal and anal fins, pale belly and dark back.
Waters
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