Freshwater snake-eel
📖 Overview
Freshwater snake-eel (Lamnostoma kampeni) is a ray-finned fish of the family Ophichthidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 41 cm. It occurs at depths between 0 and 10 metres. With a trophic level of 3.7, 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 Freshwater snake-eel is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; brackish; demersal; depth range 0 - 10 m . Tropical; 13°N - 22°S
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Freshwater Snake Eel · Freshwater snake-eel |
| 🌍CES | hadař novoguinejský |
| 🇫🇷French | Anguille serpent |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Achirophichthys kampeni | Weber & de Beaufort | 1916 | Synonym |
| Brachysomophis kampeni | Weber & de Beaufort | 1916 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 4 records indexed .
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