Family: |
Ophichthidae (Snake eels), subfamily: Myrophinae |
Max. size: |
78.2 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
demersal; marine; depth range 844 - 856 m |
Distribution: |
Eastern Indian Ocean: Indonesia. |
Diagnosis: |
Vertebrae: 221-221. This species is distinguished by the following set of characters: total vertebrae 221; mandible pores 7; lateral-line pores anterior to pectoral-fin base 18; upper and lateral surfaces of snout smooth without papillae (Ref. 116659). |
Biology: |
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IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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