Shortfin False Moray
Kaupichthys brachychirus
- Group: Eel
- Typical depth: 1–45 m
- Max size: 13 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Despite the name it is not a true moray but a slender, secretive eel that wedges itself deep in reef crevices among mixed coral and sand. It turns up between about one and forty five metres and grows no longer than your finger.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Anguilliformes › Chlopsidae › Kaupichthys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 275430.
FAQ
- How deep does the Shortfin False Moray live?
- The Shortfin False Moray (Kaupichthys brachychirus) is typically found at 1–45 m.
- Is the Shortfin False Moray dangerous to divers?
- The Shortfin False Moray is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Shortfin False Moray get?
- The Shortfin False Moray grows to about 13 cm.