Big-eyed worm eel
Scolecenchelys breviceps
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 60,0 cm |
| Диапазон глубин | 0-156m |
Habitat & Distribution
Тип воды
Saltwater
Диапазон глубин
0-156m
Taxonomy
| Отряд | Anguilliformes (Eels) |
| Семейство | Ophichthidae (Snake Eels) |
| Виды | Scolecenchelys breviceps |
Часто задаваемые вопросы
How big does Big-eyed worm eel get?
Big-eyed worm eel can grow up to 60.0 cm long.
What family does Big-eyed worm eel belong to?
Big-eyed worm eel (Scolecenchelys breviceps) belongs to the family Ophichthidae (Snake Eels) in the order Anguilliformes (Eels).
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