Seasonal variations in lipid content of eels (Anguilla australis)

Abstract

Changes in the lipid content of short finned eels (Anguilla australis schimidtii Phillips) obtained from Lake Ellesmere, New Zealand, were determined. The lipid content of yellow eels increased once they resumed feeding after their winter 'hibernation' with the most rapid increase being in the first few weeks. The lipid content of silver eels was found to gradually decline with time.