European Conger Eel (Conger conger)

The European Conger Eel or Conger conger is the the largest known Eel in the ocean measuring 2.87 m (9.5 ft) in length and weighing in at an impressive 60.6 kg (133¼ lb)!  Like other Eels, this saltwater fish has a snake like body and is found at a great range of depths.  When the European Conger Eel is young it is often inhabits shallow coastal waters, but as it grows older they make their way to deeper waters of up to 1000 meters.  This species is just one of the many different kinds of Conger Eels and goes by a couple different names including Sea Eel, Southern Conger, Koiro, Ngoio and the Silver Eel. 

European Conger Eels are found in a few different places around the world including the Black Sea, Mediterranean Sea and the eastern Atlantic Ocean.  They are nocturnal predators that feed on mollusks, small fish and crustaceans.  This type of Eel can be caught with a hook and line and is not raised on fish farms.  They are edible and are said to have a sweet taste with a firm texture.  Eels are often served smoked, canned, fresh or jellied.  As with all other fish, they are best served fresh.  You can check out some Conger Eels in action in the video below...
 

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European Eel (Anguilla anguilla)

The European Eel or Anguilla anguilla was once commonly found in many places in Europe from Scandinavia to Spain, Italy to Greece. Due to pollution and changes in habitat due to human activities this Eel is now critically endangered. This species can grow to about 100 cm (40 in) in length and weigh up to 9 kg (20 lb). The color of the European Eel varies depending on its age, but it is normally brown or silver. They have several life cycles in which they are called a variety of things including Glass Eel, Elver, Yellow Eel and Silver Eel once they are sexually mature. To learn more about these eels and their life cycle check out the video below...

European Eels are normally found in muddy river bottoms or gaps in between rocks. They will normally eat carrion, small fishes and other small aquatic creatures. Over the course of their lives they go from freshwater to saltwater. They use their slimy outer layer to protect themselves from the salt. When the female European Eel gets old enough they migrate to the Atlantic Ocean to lay their eggs. Once the new babies reach about 3 years old they follow the streams and rivers into freshwater Europe. The European Eel can live 30 years or more and is considered to be quite delicious when prepared properly!If you have more information about the European Eel that you would like to share please leave us a comment below...