1. Different distribution range: Snake eel is a fish living in the bottom of the ocean, and they like to live in warm environment. The main distribution range is the bottom of Indian Ocean and Atlantic Ocean, and it is also distributed in East China Sea and South China Sea. Monopterus albus mainly lives in fresh water, and its distribution range is relatively wide, which is distributed in the bottom of muddy water such as paddy fields, rivers, streams, ponds, canals and lakes. Especially in the Yangtze River basin of China, the yield of Monopterus albus is very large.

2. Different colors: Monopterus albus and snake eel are also different in color. Monopterus albus is yellow and black in color, and some Monopterus albus has some irregular black spots on its body. There are many varieties and colors of snake eels. Different species of snake eels have different body colors. In addition, snake eels have some black and white stripes, which are similar to those of sea snakes.

Snake eels can be eaten. Their fat content is relatively high, and their meat quality is relatively fresh and tender, which belongs to nourishing food. Many people buy snake eels to maintain or nourish their bodies. And snake eels can be made into many kinds of food. Because they are delicious, most cooking methods are suitable.