Honeycomb moray
📖 Overview
Honeycomb moray (Gymnothorax saxicola) is a ray-finned fish of the family Muraenidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 60 cm. It occurs at depths between 10 and 19 metres. With a trophic level of 4, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
: eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Honeycomb moray is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 10 - 19 m . Subtropical; 41°N - 16°N, 98°W - 64°W
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | honeycomb moray · ocellated moray |
| 🌍CES | muréna floridská |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Moréia-de-pintas-brancas |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | Morena Enjambre · morena panal · morena punteada |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gymnothorax ocellatus saxicola | Jordan & Davis | 1891 | Synonym |
| Gymnotorax saxicola | Jordan & Davis | 1891 | Synonym |
| Leptocephalus gillii | Eigenmann & Kennedy | 1902 | Synonym |
| Leptocephalus latus | Eigenmann & Kennedy | 1902 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 50 records indexed .
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