Publications by authors named "Takuhei Komaki"
J Fish Biol
February 2021
Article Synopsis
- This study tracked the movements of 20 wild Japanese eels and 12 cultured eels in a lagoon in northeastern Japan using acoustic telemetry to understand their habitat use in different environments.
- 40% of wild eels remained near their release point for overwintering, while others showed varying degrees of movement between the lagoon and surrounding areas, which demonstrated behavioral flexibility.
- The study revealed key differences between wild and cultured eels, such as longer residency times and specific seasonal movements for wild eels, highlighting the importance of habitat connectivity among rivers, estuaries, and marine environments.
