King Snake Eel
Ophichthus rex
- Group: Eel
- Typical depth: to 64 m
- Max size: 2.1 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A long snake eel of offshore waters, it ranges from about fifteen down to three hundred and sixty five metres and is often caught by anglers fishing around oil rigs. The king snake eel grows to more than two metres, burrowing tail first into soft sediment in the way of its family.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Anguilliformes › Ophichthidae › Ophichthus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 271977.
FAQ
- How deep does the King Snake Eel live?
- The King Snake Eel (Ophichthus rex) is typically found at to 64 m.
- Is the King Snake Eel dangerous to divers?
- The King Snake Eel is harmless to divers.
- How big does the King Snake Eel get?
- The King Snake Eel grows to about 2.1 m.