black tailed worm eel
Scolecenchelys fuscapenis
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Saltwater
Overview
black tailed worm eel (Scolecenchelys fuscapenis) is a marine fish of the family Ophichthidae (Snake Eels), in the order Anguilliformes. Maximum recorded length is 37 cm. Its recorded depth range is 112–269 m. Recorded habitats include demersal.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 36,70000076293945 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 112-269m |
Habitat & Distribution
Demersal
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
112-269m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Anguilliformes (Eels) |
| Familie | Ophichthidae (Snake Eels) |
| Arten | Scolecenchelys fuscapenis |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does black tailed worm eel get?
black tailed worm eel can grow up to 36.70000076293945 cm long.
Where is black tailed worm eel found?
Demersal
What family does black tailed worm eel belong to?
black tailed worm eel (Scolecenchelys fuscapenis) belongs to the family Ophichthidae (Snake Eels) in the order Anguilliformes (Eels).
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