Desilva's blind eel
Monopterus desilvai
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Freshwater
Familia
Overview
Desilva's blind eel (Monopterus desilvai) is a freshwater fish of the family Synbranchidae (Swamp Eels), in the order Synbranchiformes.
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| Orden | Synbranchiformes (Swamp Eels) |
| Familia | Synbranchidae (Swamp Eels) |
| Especies | Monopterus desilvai |
Preguntas Frecuentes
What family does Desilva's blind eel belong to?
Desilva's blind eel (Monopterus desilvai) belongs to the family Synbranchidae (Swamp Eels) in the order Synbranchiformes (Swamp Eels).
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