| Family: |
Muraenidae (Moray eels), subfamily: Muraeninae |
| Max. size: |
180 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
reef-associated; marine; depth range 3 - 30 m |
| Distribution: |
Indo-West Pacific: Mauritius and the Comoros to the west Pacific. |
| Diagnosis: |
Recognized by its generally more white color and smaller and rounder spots (Ref. 48635).
Description: Characterized by whitish color with black spots; larger and widely spaced spots in young fish; smaller and more numerous spots with increased growth; body depth at gill opening 14-18 in TL. Origin of dorsal fin anterior to gill opening; anus near middle of body; single row of jaw teeth; enlarged canines in medial row in intermaxillary (Ref. 90102). |
| Biology: |
Solitary among coral outcrops, often seen protruding head from shelter. Found in coastal reefs and outer slopes in 3-30 m (Ref 90102). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 17 August 2011 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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