Reptilian Snake Eel
Brachysomophis henshawi
- Group: Eel
- Typical depth: 1–35 m
- Max size: 1.2 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
By day it lies buried in sand with only the tip of its snout showing, then by night it props its head and forebody out of the bottom to ambush passing fish and crustaceans. This snake eel grows to about 120 cm and favours sandy patches near coral or rocky reefs.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Anguilliformes › Ophichthidae › Brachysomophis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 279126.
FAQ
- How deep does the Reptilian Snake Eel live?
- The Reptilian Snake Eel (Brachysomophis henshawi) is typically found at 1–35 m.
- Is the Reptilian Snake Eel dangerous to divers?
- The Reptilian Snake Eel is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Reptilian Snake Eel get?
- The Reptilian Snake Eel grows to about 1.2 m.