Many-eyed snake-eel
📖 Overview
Many-eyed snake-eel (Ophichthus polyophthalmus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Ophichthidae. It inhabits diadromous, migrating between freshwater and the sea waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 75 cm. It occurs at depths between 2 and 25 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
Vertebrae: 141 - 148. Pale red salmon in color, yellow spots on head, yellowish ocelli with dark margins on body . Gill opening ventral . : eel-like; Cross section: circular.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Many-eyed snake-eel is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; freshwater; brackish; reef-associated; depth range 2 - 25 m . Tropical East Africa to the Marquesas Islands.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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