Abbott's eel
Gymnothorax eurostus
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Saltwater
简介
Gymnothorax eurostus is a saltwater moray eel reaching up to 60 cm, found in tropical Indo-Pacific marine habitats. Like other morays, it is a secretive predator that hides in reef crevices and ambushes small fish and crustaceans.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 60.0 cm |
| 栖息水深 | 0-74m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
水质类型
Saltwater
栖息水深
0-74m
Taxonomy
| 目 | Anguilliformes (Eels) |
| 科 | Muraenidae (Moray Eels) |
| 物种 | Gymnothorax eurostus |
常见问题
How big does Abbott's eel get?
Abbott's eel can grow up to 60.0 cm long.
Where is Abbott's eel found?
Coral reefs
What family does Abbott's eel belong to?
Abbott's eel (Gymnothorax eurostus) belongs to the family Muraenidae (Moray Eels) in the order Anguilliformes (Eels).
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