Mustachioed snake-eel
📖 Overview
Mustachioed snake-eel (Herpetoichthys fossatus), first described by Myers & Wade, 1941 is a large fish in the family Ophichthidae (order Anguilliformes). Adults typically reach 55.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 1 to 40 metres. It occurs in Subtropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
: eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Mustachioed snake-eel is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 1 - 40 m . Subtropical; 26°N - 23°N Central Pacific: Gulf of California.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ophichthus afuerae | Hilderbrand | 1946 | Synonym |
| Pogonophis fossatus | Myers & Wade | 1941 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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