The southern conger (Conger verreauxi) is a member of the Congridae family. At their largest, they reach lengths of 6.5 feet and weigh up to 11 pounds.
#9 California Moray Eel
The California moray (Gymnothorax mordax) got its name because it is the only species of moray found off the coast of California
#8 American Eel
The American eel (Anguilla rostrata) is migratory fish found off the eastern coast of North America. The largest specimens measure around 4 feet long and weigh up to 17 pounds.
#7 Fangtooth Moray Eel
Also known as the tiger moray or bird-eye conger, the fangtooth moray (Enchelycore anatina) is one of the most terrifying members of the species.
#6 Slender Giant Moray
The slender giant moray (Strphidon sathete) is the longest eel in the world. Even amongst eels, famous for their elongated bodies, the slender giant moray puts other species to shame.
#6 Slender Giant Moray
The slender giant moray (Strphidon sathete) is the longest eel in the world. Even amongst eels, famous for their elongated bodies, the slender giant moray puts other species to shame.
#4 Green Moray Eel
The green moray (Gymnothorax funebris) is one of the largest species of moray eel. Their name comes from the bright greenish-yellow color that runs the length of their bodies.
#3 Giant Moray Eel
The giant moray (Gymnothorax javanicus) is the largest moray eel in terms of body mass. While the slender giant moray may be the longest eel in the world, the giant moray is much heavier than its skinny cousin.
#2 American Conger
While most specimens measure a little longer than 3 feet, they can reach up to 6.5 feet long and weigh 88 pounds.
#1 European Conger
The European conger (Conger conger) is easily the largest eel in the world. On average, adults measure around 5 feet long and weigh nearly 159 pounds.