Andaman worm eel
📖 Overview
Andaman worm eel (Neenchelys andamanensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Ophichthidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 33.6 cm. It occurs at depths between 520 and 531 metres. With a trophic level of 4, it is a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Vertebrae: 221. This species of is distinguished by the following set of characters: head 7.4% TL; tail 60% TL; body depth at gill opening 1.4% TL; origin of the dorsal fin anterior to mid-trunk, horizontal distance from the origin to a vertical through mid-anus 65% of trunk length; interorbital width 4.5% HL; pectoral fin minute, 2.4% HL; dorsal vertebrae 36, preanal 77, and total 221 .Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Andaman worm eel is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 520 - 531 m . Tropical Indian Ocean, Andaman Sea.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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