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African Mottled Eel
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Common
Name: African Mottled Eel
Other
Names: -
Scientific Name:
Anguilla Bengalensis Labiata
Length: Up
to 1.5 metres
in length
Weight:
Average weight of 2 - 5kg
Habitat:
Found in rivers and
dams with rocks and caves
for hiding.
Distribution:
Widespread from Kwazulu Natal to Kenya waters
Bait:
As with other eels, shortfin eels will eat just about anything such as
crabs, frogs,
earthworms etc.
Description:
Light brown colour, mottled black or brown.
Fishing Strategy:
Use strong line, when the eel is hooked it will retreat to any rock or
cave. The angler will need to set the hook and keep pressure on the
fish to avoid the eel going into a cave. If the eel goes into a cave,
then the line will wear on the sharp rocks and break. Extremely large
species, care must be taken when landing and handling.
Eating Quality: Excellent eating
Tackle:
- Strong line is needed
- Heavy, strong tackle is needed
- Be prepared for large, heavy specimens
- Due to the species large size - care must be
taken when handling the fish.
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