White-mask snake eel
📖 Overview
White-mask snake eel (Yirrkala nkust) 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 49.6 cm. It occurs at depths between 30 and 50 metres. With a trophic level of 3.7, it is a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Vertebrae: 147. This species is distinguished by the following set of characters: reddish brown body coloration without speckles, snout paler; supraorbital pores (SO) 1 + 3; dorsal-fin origin just above gill opening; lateral-line pores before anus 72-78; predorsal vertebrae 7-8, preanal 72-75, and total 147-152; MVF 8-73-150 .Cross section: circular.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for White-mask snake eel is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 30 - 50 m . Subtropical Northwest Pacific: Chinese Taipei.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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