McCosker's worm eel
Neenchelys mccoskeri
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Saltwater
Overview
McCosker's worm eel (Neenchelys mccoskeri) is a marine fish of the family Ophichthidae (Snake Eels), in the order Anguilliformes. Maximum recorded length is 52 cm. Its recorded depth range is 100–400 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 52,20000076293945 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 100-400m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
100-400m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Anguilliformes (Eels) |
| Familia | Ophichthidae (Snake Eels) |
| Especies | Neenchelys mccoskeri |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does McCosker's worm eel get?
McCosker's worm eel can grow up to 52.20000076293945 cm long.
What family does McCosker's worm eel belong to?
McCosker's worm eel (Neenchelys mccoskeri) belongs to the family Ophichthidae (Snake Eels) in the order Anguilliformes (Eels).
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