Bar-cheeked eel
Gymnothorax pictus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 140,0 cm |
| Faixa de Profundidade | 0-100m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs, estuaries
Tipo de Água
Saltwater
Faixa de Profundidade
0-100m
Taxonomy
| Ordem | Anguilliformes (Eels) |
| Família | Muraenidae (Moray Eels) |
| Espécies | Gymnothorax pictus |
Perguntas Frequentes
How big does Bar-cheeked eel get?
Bar-cheeked eel can grow up to 140.0 cm long.
Where is Bar-cheeked eel found?
Coral reefs, estuaries
What family does Bar-cheeked eel belong to?
Bar-cheeked eel (Gymnothorax pictus) belongs to the family Muraenidae (Moray Eels) in the order Anguilliformes (Eels).
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