The Brown moray (Gymnothorax monochrous) is a saltwater fish of the family Muraenidae that grows up to 80 cm.
Description
The drab moray is a moray eel from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 80 cm and has a snake-like, scaleless, uniformly brown body without conspicuous markings. As a nocturnal reef predator it shelters by day in crevices and cavities of rocky and coral reefs and hunts small fish, crustaceans and squid at night. It can bite hard with sharp teeth if disturbed. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Brown moray?
The Brown moray has a snake-like body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Brown moray live?
The Brown moray lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Brown moray get?
The Brown moray grows to a maximum of about 80 cm.
Is the Brown moray dangerous to humans?
The Brown moray can bite, but is otherwise not dangerous to humans.
Is the Brown moray edible?
The Brown moray is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Gymnothorax
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