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Scytalichthys miurus (Jordan & Gilbert, 1882) Shorttail viper eel |
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photo by
Robertson, R. |
| Family: | Ophichthidae (Snake eels), subfamily: Ophichthinae | |||
| Max. size: | 97 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | demersal; marine; depth range - 85 m | |||
| Distribution: | Eastern Pacific: Mexico and the Galapagos Islands. | |||
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| Biology: | Inhabits sandy bottoms up to a depth of 85 m. | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 23 May 2007 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||