Palespotted Eel
Ophichthus puncticeps
- Group: Eel
- Typical depth: 0–150 m
- Max size: 81 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A snake eel that lives buried in soft bottoms from the shore out to about a hundred and fifty metres, this fish reaches over eighty centimetres and is rarely seen in shallow water. Eating it has been linked to ciguatera poisoning.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Anguilliformes › Ophichthidae › Ophichthus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 158646.
FAQ
- How deep does the Palespotted Eel live?
- The Palespotted Eel (Ophichthus puncticeps) is typically found at 0–150 m.
- Is the Palespotted Eel dangerous to divers?
- The Palespotted Eel is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Palespotted Eel get?
- The Palespotted Eel grows to about 81 cm.