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| Phylum Chordata > Subphylum Vertebrate > fishes > Family Muraenidae |
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moray eel Uropterygius concolor* Family Muraenidae updated Feb 11 Where seen? This wriggly snake-like fish was so far only seen at Tuas near reefs there. Elsewhere, it is found in mangrove swamps, brackish rivers, and shallow coral reefs. Features: To about 50cm. Body long and rather flattened sideways. It has small eyes and many sharp teeth. Like other eels, it lacks pectoral and pelvic fins, and has no scales either. Its fins are mainly found towards the tail. Uniformly drab brown without any spots or markings on the body, the tip of the tail may be yellow. Sometimes mistaken for sea snakes or eels. Here's more on how to tell apart sea snakes, eels and eel-like animals. |
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*identification needs confirmation
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