Burrowing snake eel
Pisodonophis cancrivorus
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Overview
Burrowing snake eel (Pisodonophis cancrivorus) is a euryhaline fish of the family Ophichthidae (Snake Eels), in the order Anguilliformes. Maximum recorded length is 108 cm. Its recorded depth range is 1–20 m. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 108,0 cm |
| Phạm vi độ sâu | 1-20m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Loại nước
Freshwater & Saltwater
Phạm vi độ sâu
1-20m
Taxonomy
| Bộ | Anguilliformes (Eels) |
| Họ | Ophichthidae (Snake Eels) |
| Loài | Pisodonophis cancrivorus |
Câu hỏi thường gặp
How big does Burrowing snake eel get?
Burrowing snake eel can grow up to 108.0 cm long.
Where is Burrowing snake eel found?
Estuaries
What family does Burrowing snake eel belong to?
Burrowing snake eel (Pisodonophis cancrivorus) belongs to the family Ophichthidae (Snake Eels) in the order Anguilliformes (Eels).
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