Napoleon Snake Eel
Ophichthus bonaparti
- Group: Eel
- Typical depth: 1–20 m
- Max size: 75 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The Napoleon snake eel burrows into the sand flats of lagoons and seaward reefs, leaving only its head poking out by day. It reaches about 75 centimetres and slips out to take small fish and crustaceans, living alone buried in the bottom.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Anguilliformes › Ophichthidae › Ophichthus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 217583.
FAQ
- How deep does the Napoleon Snake Eel live?
- The Napoleon Snake Eel (Ophichthus bonaparti) is typically found at 1–20 m.
- Is the Napoleon Snake Eel dangerous to divers?
- The Napoleon Snake Eel is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Napoleon Snake Eel get?
- The Napoleon Snake Eel grows to about 75 cm.