New Zealand Conger [Gnathophis mystax]
Description
The New Zealand Conger is a species of conger found in the southwestern Pacific Ocean around New Zealand. They inhabit deep waters and are usually found near the bottom. This species is distinguished by its elongated body, small eyes, and small pectoral fins.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
|
| Order |
Eels and Morays
Anguilliformes
|
| Family |
Conger Eels
Congridae
|
| Genus |
Gnathophis
Gnathophis
|