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Where Garden Eel has been recorded
Frequently asked questions about Garden Eel
Where can you see the Garden Eel?
The Garden Eel can be seen at 50 dive destinations in 12 countries. The best spots include Abu Dabbab (Egypt), Aliwal Shoal (South Africa), Andros Barrier Reef (Bahamas), Anilao (Philippines), and Apo Reef (Philippines).
What is the best time to see the Garden Eel?
The Garden Eel can be seen all year round at Abu Dabbab, Andros Barrier Reef, Anilao, Apo Reef, and Ari Atoll.
Where can you see the Garden Eel in Maldives?
In Maldives, you can see the Garden Eel at Ari Atoll, Baa Atoll, Fuvahmulah, North Male Atoll, South Ari Atoll, and South Malé Atoll.
Where can you see the Garden Eel in Egypt?
In Egypt, you can see the Garden Eel at Abu Dabbab, Brothers Islands, Daedalus Reef, Elphinstone Reef, Hurghada, and Sharm el-Sheikh.
Where can you see the Garden Eel in Indonesia?
In Indonesia, you can see the Garden Eel at Gili Islands, Komodo, Lembeh Strait, Nusa Penida, and Raja Ampat.
How big does the Garden Eel get?
The Garden Eel can reach up to 120 cm in length and 1 kg in weight.
What habitat does the Garden Eel live in?
The Garden Eel is found in these habitats: seabed, coastal zone, and coral reef.
How deep does the Garden Eel live?
The Garden Eel lives between 1 and 60 m deep.
What does the Garden Eel eat?
Lives on plankton, picking drifting animals and larvae out of the water column.
When is the Garden Eel most active?
Active during daylight hours. Morning and midday dives are your best chance to see it moving and feeding.
How long does the Garden Eel live?
The Garden Eel lives 6 to 40 years.
What is the conservation status of the Garden Eel?
The Garden Eel is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.
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