Abbott's eel
Gymnothorax eurostus
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Abbott's eel (Gymnothorax eurostus) is a marine fish of the family Muraenidae (Moray Eels), in the order Anguilliformes. Maximum recorded length is 60 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–74 m. Recorded habitats include coral reefs.
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Gymnothorax eurostus is a saltwater moray eel reaching up to 60 cm, found in tropical Indo-Pacific marine habitats. Like other morays, it is a secretive predator that hides in reef crevices and ambushes small fish and crustaceans.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 60,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 0-74m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
Taxonomy
| Orden | Anguilliformes (Eels) |
| Familia | Muraenidae (Moray Eels) |
| Especies | Gymnothorax eurostus |
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