Jewel Morays [Muraena]

Description

Muraena is a genus of moray eels that are often admired for their vibrant colors and patterns, earning them the name 'Jewel Morays'. They are found in the Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific Oceans, typically within coral reef ecosystems. These eels have a robust body and a distinctive set of teeth that are visible even when their mouths are closed. They are nocturnal hunters, preying on fish and cephalopods.

Species
Golden Tail Moray [Gymnothorax miliaris]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Chordates
Chordata
Class Fish
Actinopterygii
Order Perciformes
Perciformes
Family Moray eels
Muraenidae
Statistics
  • Species 1