Vulture eel
Ichthyapus vulturis
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Saltwater
Overview
Vulture eel (Ichthyapus vulturis) is a marine fish of the family Ophichthidae (Snake Eels), in the order Anguilliformes. Maximum recorded length is 60 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–56 m. Recorded habitats include coral reefs.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 60.0 cm |
| ช่วงความลึก | 0-56m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
ประเภทน้ำ
Saltwater
ช่วงความลึก
0-56m
Taxonomy
| อันดับ | Anguilliformes (Eels) |
| วงศ์ | Ophichthidae (Snake Eels) |
| สายพันธุ์ | Ichthyapus vulturis |
คำถามที่พบบ่อย
How big does Vulture eel get?
Vulture eel can grow up to 60.0 cm long.
Where is Vulture eel found?
Coral reefs
What family does Vulture eel belong to?
Vulture eel (Ichthyapus vulturis) belongs to the family Ophichthidae (Snake Eels) in the order Anguilliformes (Eels).
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