Tiger reef-eel
📖 Overview
Inhabits lagoon and seaward reefs . Found on sand and between rocks . Extremely secretive. Usually only seen at night . Benthic . Minimum depth reported taken from Ref. 86942.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Vertebrae: 166 - 174. Yellowish to russet brown, with yellow-edged black spots . Rounded snout and jaw speckled with black . Greatly reduced fin . : eel-like; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Tiger reef-eel is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 0 - 25 m . Tropical; 28°N - 18°S East Africa to the Society Islands, north to the Philippines, Taiwan (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
⚡ Nutrition
Per 100g cooked - Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Protein | 18.9 g |
| Omega-3 (total) | 89 mg |
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Tiger reef-eel has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
📊 Population Dynamics
| Year | Region | Index | Notes |
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