Family: |
Muraenidae (Moray eels), subfamily: Muraeninae |
Max. size: |
103.2 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
demersal; marine; depth range 1 - 40 m |
Distribution: |
South Pacific: Subtropical waters from Lord Howe I. to South America. |
Diagnosis: |
Its coloration is mostly dark brown irregular blotches over a pale yellow background. |
Biology: |
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IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 24 May 2007 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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