Kidako Moray
Gymnothorax kidako
- Group: Eel
- Typical depth: 2 to 350 m
- Max size: 91.5 cm
- For divers: dangerous
- IUCN status: LC
This moray lurks in crevices on shallow reefs and has a habit of snatching catch straight from divers, which can mean a serious bite. It grows to nearly a metre and is eaten as food in some parts of Japan. It ranges from a couple of metres down to around 350 metres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Anguilliformes › Muraenidae › Gymnothorax
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 271843.
FAQ
- How deep does the Kidako Moray live?
- The Kidako Moray (Gymnothorax kidako) is typically found at 2 to 350 m.
- Is the Kidako Moray dangerous to divers?
- The Kidako Moray can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Kidako Moray get?
- The Kidako Moray grows to about 91.5 cm.