Fangtooth Snake-Eel
Aplatophis chauliodus
- Group: Eel
- Typical depth: 33–91 m
- Max size: 84 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This snake eel hides in a permanent burrow with only snout and eyes showing, then darts out to seize fish and crustaceans with its fanglike teeth. It grows to over eighty centimetres and turns up near estuaries and in coastal seas.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Anguilliformes › Ophichthidae › Aplatophis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 279644.
FAQ
- How deep does the Fangtooth Snake-Eel live?
- The Fangtooth Snake-Eel (Aplatophis chauliodus) is typically found at 33–91 m.
- Is the Fangtooth Snake-Eel dangerous to divers?
- The Fangtooth Snake-Eel is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Fangtooth Snake-Eel get?
- The Fangtooth Snake-Eel grows to about 84 cm.