Punctuated snake-eel
📖 Overview
Punctuated snake-eel (Ophichthus remiger), first described by Valenciennes, 1837 is a large fish in the family Ophichthidae (order Anguilliformes). Adults typically reach 85.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 15 to 277 metres. It occurs in Subtropical waters. Diet is predominantly piscivorous, targeting other fish and larger prey. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Vertebrae: 150 - 160. : eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Punctuated snake-eel is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 15 - 277 m . Subtropical; 9°N -
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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