California Moray
Gymnothorax mordax
- Group: Eel
- Typical depth: 1–40 m
- Max size: 1.5 m
- For divers: dangerous
- IUCN status: LC
It wedges into reef crevices with only its head out, then strikes by night at crustaceans, octopuses and small fish. This moray reaches about 152 centimetres, is long lived and spawns in open water.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Anguilliformes › Muraenidae › Gymnothorax
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 271856.
FAQ
- How deep does the California Moray live?
- The California Moray (Gymnothorax mordax) is typically found at 1–40 m.
- Is the California Moray dangerous to divers?
- The California Moray can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the California Moray get?
- The California Moray grows to about 1.5 m.