Blind cave eel
Ophisternon candidum
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Brackish
Overview
Blind cave eel (Ophisternon candidum) is a brackish-water fish of the family Synbranchidae (Swamp Eels), in the order Synbranchiformes. Maximum recorded length is 40 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–3 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 40,0 cm |
| Derinlik Aralığı | 0-3m |
Habitat & Distribution
Su Tipi
Brackish
Derinlik Aralığı
0-3m
Taxonomy
| Takım | Synbranchiformes (Swamp Eels) |
| Familya | Synbranchidae (Swamp Eels) |
| Türler | Ophisternon candidum |
Sık Sorulan Sorular
How big does Blind cave eel get?
Blind cave eel can grow up to 40.0 cm long.
What family does Blind cave eel belong to?
Blind cave eel (Ophisternon candidum) belongs to the family Synbranchidae (Swamp Eels) in the order Synbranchiformes (Swamp Eels).
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