Serpentine Eels [Ilyophis]

Description

Ilyophis represents a group of eels known for their serpentine body shape and relatively small size compared to other members of the Synaphobranchidae family. They inhabit deep-sea environments, typically below 1,000 meters. These eels have a simple, dark coloration, often black or dark brown, which serves as camouflage in the deep sea. They exhibit a diet that includes crustaceans and small fish, utilizing their slender bodies to navigate through complex terrain on the ocean floor.

Species

Zebra Moray [Gymnomuraena zebra]

View Details

Giant Moray [Gymnothorax javanicus]