Snake Morays [Uropterygius]

Description

Uropterygius is a genus of moray eels known for their slender, snake-like bodies and relatively small size. They inhabit tropical and subtropical reefs around the world, often burrowing into sandy or muddy substrates where they lie in wait for prey. These eels have small eyes and a very distinct snout, and they feed on a diet of small fish and crustaceans.

Species
Bluntnose snake moray [Uropterygius micropterus]
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Banded snake moray [Myrichthys colubrinus]
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Yellow-edged moray [Gymnothorax flavimarginatus]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Chordates
Chordata
Class Fish
Actinopterygii
Order Perciformes
Perciformes
Family Moray eels
Muraenidae
Statistics
  • Species 3