Sinkkisormi

Sinkkisormi, also known as the European eel, is a species of eel found in freshwater and brackish waters across Europe and parts of Asia. It is a catadromous fish, meaning it spends its early life in freshwater before migrating to the sea, where it matures and reproduces. The species is known for its unique life cycle, which includes a period of metamorphosis in the Sargasso Sea, a region of the Atlantic Ocean.

Sinkkisormi is a slender, elongated fish with a scaleless, cylindrical body. It has a long, forked tail and a small mouth filled with sharp teeth. The species can grow up to 1.5 meters in length, although most individuals are smaller. Sinkkisormi feeds on a variety of prey, including small fish, crustaceans, and aquatic invertebrates.

The European eel is an important species in many ecosystems, serving as a food source for larger predators and contributing to the overall biodiversity of freshwater and marine environments. However, the species faces several threats, including habitat loss, pollution, and overfishing. Conservation efforts are underway to protect and restore eel populations, including the implementation of protected areas and the regulation of fishing practices.