Monopterus albus is a subtropical fish, widely distributed in China, Japan, Thailand, the Philippines, Vietnam and other places in Southeast Asia.

The edible value of Monopterus albus is not bad, and many farmers breed it. The northwest and southwest are the main producing areas of Monopterus albus, and there will be special artificial breeding bases for Monopterus albus to provide high-quality food resources for Monopterus albus.