Masked Moray
Gymnothorax panamensis
- Group: Eel
- Typical depth: 1–107 m
- Max size: 75 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A moray of the eastern Pacific that reaches about 75 centimetres, it wedges into rocky crevices from the intertidal zone down to around 100 metres. It hunts mostly fish along with crabs, lobsters and shrimp.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Anguilliformes › Muraenidae › Gymnothorax
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 271866.
FAQ
- How deep does the Masked Moray live?
- The Masked Moray (Gymnothorax panamensis) is typically found at 1–107 m.
- Is the Masked Moray dangerous to divers?
- The Masked Moray is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Masked Moray get?
- The Masked Moray grows to about 75 cm.