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The Honeycomb Moray (Gymnothorax saxicola) is a saltwater fish of the family Muraenidae that grows up to 60 cm.
Western Atlantic, numerous in seagrass beds and on banks, rare in bays and not on coral reefs.
Description
The honeycomb moray is a moray eel (family Muraenidae) of the western Atlantic. The species grows to about 60 cm and has a snake-like body with a yellow-brown honeycomb-like spot pattern. It is abundant in seagrass beds and on sandy banks, rarely occurs in bays and does not live on coral reefs. By day it shelters in holes and crevices; at night it hunts small fishes and crustaceans. The species is of modest commercial value and bites only when disturbed or handled carelessly. It is otherwise harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Honeycomb Moray?
The Honeycomb Moray has a snake-like body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern. Honeycomb-like blotch pattern; lives mainly in seagrass beds rather than on coral reefs.
Where does the Honeycomb Moray live?
The Honeycomb Moray lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Western Atlantic, numerous in seagrass beds and on banks, rare in bays and not on coral reefs.
How big does the Honeycomb Moray get?
The Honeycomb Moray grows to a maximum of about 60 cm.
Is the Honeycomb Moray dangerous to humans?
No, the Honeycomb Moray is harmless to humans. For a bite: clean and disinfect the wound thoroughly, stop the bleeding, and see a doctor for a deep or infected wound.
Is the Honeycomb Moray edible?
The Honeycomb Moray is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Gymnothorax
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