Shorttail Snake Eel
Callechelys guineensis
- Group: Eel
- Typical depth: 4–35 m
- Max size: 1.1 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A burrowing snake eel of sandy and muddy shelf bottoms, the shorttail snake eel drives its pointed tail down into the sediment and lies hidden with only its head exposed. It works from near shore out to about thirty five metres, ambushing small prey that passes close.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Anguilliformes › Ophichthidae › Callechelys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 275468.
FAQ
- How deep does the Shorttail Snake Eel live?
- The Shorttail Snake Eel (Callechelys guineensis) is typically found at 4–35 m.
- Is the Shorttail Snake Eel dangerous to divers?
- The Shorttail Snake Eel is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Shorttail Snake Eel get?
- The Shorttail Snake Eel grows to about 1.1 m.