Sharptail Eel
Myrichthys breviceps
- Group: Eel
- Typical depth: 0–9 m
- Max size: 1 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A long, boldly marked snake eel that often swims openly near the bottom in clear water, the sharptail eel ranges from harbours to reefs and grassy flats. It feeds mainly on crabs and rarely strays deeper than nine metres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Anguilliformes › Ophichthidae › Myrichthys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 158637.
FAQ
- How deep does the Sharptail Eel live?
- The Sharptail Eel (Myrichthys breviceps) is typically found at 0–9 m.
- Is the Sharptail Eel dangerous to divers?
- The Sharptail Eel is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Sharptail Eel get?
- The Sharptail Eel grows to about 1 m.