Freshwater "eels" are a mixed bag taxonomically - true eels, spiny eels and even electric knifefish are all commonly grouped under this name. Browse our species guides below.
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Peacock Eel
Macrognathus siamensis
Peaceful · Intermediate
Electric Eel
Electrophorus electricus
Aggressive · Advanced
Fire Eel
Mastacembelus erythrotaenia
Semi-aggressive · Advanced
Freshwater Moray Eel
Gymnothorax polyuranodon
Aggressive · Advanced
Zig-zag Eel
Mastacembelus armatus
Semi-aggressive · Advanced