The Equatorial finless eel (Apterichtus equatorialis) is a saltwater fish of the family Ophichthidae that grows up to 31 cm.
Description
The equatorial finless eel is a snake eel (Ophichthidae) from shallow sandy water of the eastern Pacific. The species grows to about 40 cm and has a very slender, worm-like, pale body without pectoral fins, with a pointed head and a hard, pointed tail with which it burrows backwards into sand. As a nocturnal bottom-dweller it lies hidden by day and searches for small invertebrates and small fish at night. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Equatorial finless eel?
The Equatorial finless eel has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly white.
Where does the Equatorial finless eel live?
The Equatorial finless eel lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Equatorial finless eel get?
The Equatorial finless eel grows to a maximum of about 31 cm.
Is the Equatorial finless eel dangerous to humans?
No, the Equatorial finless eel is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Apterichtus
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