Blind eel
Eptatretus cirrhatus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 97,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 0-1100m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
0-1100m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Myxiniformes |
| Famille | Myxinidae |
| Espèces | Eptatretus cirrhatus |
Foire aux questions
How big does Blind eel get?
Blind eel can grow up to 97.0 cm long.
What family does Blind eel belong to?
Blind eel (Eptatretus cirrhatus) belongs to the family Myxinidae in the order Myxiniformes.
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