Twostripe Snake Eel
Callechelys bilinearis
- Group: Eel
- Typical depth: 0–22 m
- Max size: 1.7 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A long, sand dwelling snake eel that burrows along open and semi sheltered beaches, it reaches well over a metre and a half despite its slender build. It spends most of its time hidden in the seabed with only its head exposed.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Anguilliformes › Ophichthidae › Callechelys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 275464.
FAQ
- How deep does the Twostripe Snake Eel live?
- The Twostripe Snake Eel (Callechelys bilinearis) is typically found at 0–22 m.
- Is the Twostripe Snake Eel dangerous to divers?
- The Twostripe Snake Eel is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Twostripe Snake Eel get?
- The Twostripe Snake Eel grows to about 1.7 m.