Cape sea-snake
Eptatretus hexatrema
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 80,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 10-400m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
10-400m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Myxiniformes |
| Familia | Myxinidae |
| Especies | Eptatretus hexatrema |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Cape sea-snake get?
Cape sea-snake can grow up to 80.0 cm long.
What family does Cape sea-snake belong to?
Cape sea-snake (Eptatretus hexatrema) belongs to the family Myxinidae in the order Myxiniformes.
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