Ophichthidae (Snake eels), subfamily: Ophichthinae |
72 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
reef-associated; marine; depth range - 155 m |
Indo-Pacific: off Durban, South Africa; north to Japan amd Taiwan. |
Pale yellow, boldly marked with rich brown semicircular spots which are smaller and more numerous on head (Ref. 3972). |
Benthic (Ref. 58302). Digs itself into sandy areas. A carnivore (Ref. 9137). |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 05 December 2019 Ref. (130435)
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harmless |
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