Guinea moray eel
Gymnothorax meleagris
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Overview
Guinea moray eel (Gymnothorax meleagris) is a euryhaline fish of the family Muraenidae (Moray Eels), in the order Anguilliformes. Maximum recorded length is 120 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–51 m. Recorded habitats include coral reefs.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 120,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 0-51m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
Type d'eau
Freshwater & Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
0-51m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Anguilliformes (Eels) |
| Famille | Muraenidae (Moray Eels) |
| Espèces | Gymnothorax meleagris |
Foire aux questions
How big does Guinea moray eel get?
Guinea moray eel can grow up to 120.0 cm long.
Where is Guinea moray eel found?
Coral reefs
What family does Guinea moray eel belong to?
Guinea moray eel (Gymnothorax meleagris) belongs to the family Muraenidae (Moray Eels) in the order Anguilliformes (Eels).
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