World Record: 15 lbs 3 oz, Destin, Floridia, 1989. These eels are a bonus to any fishing trip. They are caught at offshore rigs in water depths of 150 - 300 feet. They like cigar minnows & poggies. They are soft to the touch. Don't through these back. They have beautiful white meat that is best broiled due to it delicate texture and wonderful flavor. They are a little difficult to filet due to bones that extend almost to the skin along the lateral line. The extra work is worth the effort.