Tuesday, February 11, 2014

Eels Who Are Dying To Breed

Adult eels die after breeding.

 Picture from Animal Planet

Some species of eels travel up to 4,000 miles to breed, a journey which can take up to seven months. During that time it is believed that eels do not eat. Instead, they use their body fat and muscle tissue for nutrients.

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