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The Allardice's moray (Anarchias allardicei) is a saltwater fish of the family Muraenidae that grows up to 17 cm.
Oceania: American Samoa, Australia, Taiwan/Ch Taipei, French Polynesia, Guam, India and others
Description
Allardice's moray is a small moray (Muraenidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 17 cm and has a slender, snake-shaped, brownish, scaleless body with fine markings. As a secretive reef-dweller it hides in crevices and under rubble of shallow coral and rocky reefs and hunts small crustaceans and small fish. Despite its small size it can bite if grabbed; handle with care.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Allardice's moray?
The Allardice's moray has a snake-like body and is mainly brown. Can bite with sharp teeth or powerful jaws; handle with care.
Where does the Allardice's moray live?
The Allardice's moray lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Oceania: American Samoa, Australia, Taiwan/Ch Taipei, French Polynesia, Guam, India and others
How big does the Allardice's moray get?
The Allardice's moray grows to a maximum of about 17 cm.
Is the Allardice's moray dangerous to humans?
The Allardice's moray can bite, but is otherwise not dangerous to humans. Do not feed or reach into crevices. For a bite: rinse the wound thoroughly with clean water, apply firm pressure to stop bleeding and cover with a sterile dressing. Moray bites are prone to infection: have them assessed medically and check tetanus status.
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Same genus Anarchias
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