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Atlantic snipe eel

Nemichthys scolopaceus

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
130.0 cm
Depth Range
0-4337m
Family

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 130.0 cm
Depth Range 0-4337m

Habitat & Distribution

Pelagic

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
0-4337m
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Taxonomy

Order Anguilliformes (Eels)
Family Nemichthyidae (Snipe Eels)
Species Nemichthys scolopaceus

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Atlantic snipe eel get?
Atlantic snipe eel can grow up to 130.0 cm long.
Where is Atlantic snipe eel found?
Pelagic
What family does Atlantic snipe eel belong to?
Atlantic snipe eel (Nemichthys scolopaceus) belongs to the family Nemichthyidae (Snipe Eels) in the order Anguilliformes (Eels).

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