Yano's snipe eel
Labichthys yanoi
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Saltwater
Family
Overview
Yano's snipe eel (Labichthys yanoi) is a marine fish of the family Nemichthyidae (Snipe Eels), in the order Anguilliformes.
Habitat & Distribution
Water Type
Saltwater
Taxonomy
| Order | Anguilliformes (Eels) |
| Family | Nemichthyidae (Snipe Eels) |
| Species | Labichthys yanoi |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does Yano's snipe eel belong to?
Yano's snipe eel (Labichthys yanoi) belongs to the family Nemichthyidae (Snipe Eels) in the order Anguilliformes (Eels).
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