Johnston Snake-Eel
Schultzidia johnstonensis
- Group: Eel
- Typical depth: 2–35 m
- Max size: 35 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A burrowing snake eel that slides through sand patches among coral down to about 35 metres, hunting small fish, crabs and prawns. It reaches roughly 35 centimetres and spends its time on or under the bottom rather than swimming in the open.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Anguilliformes › Ophichthidae › Schultzidia
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 217596.
FAQ
- How deep does the Johnston Snake-Eel live?
- The Johnston Snake-Eel (Schultzidia johnstonensis) is typically found at 2–35 m.
- Is the Johnston Snake-Eel dangerous to divers?
- The Johnston Snake-Eel is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Johnston Snake-Eel get?
- The Johnston Snake-Eel grows to about 35 cm.