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The Stripesnout false moray (Chlopsis apterus) is a saltwater fish of the family Chlopsidae that grows up to 25 cm.
Description
The stripesnout false moray is a small false moray from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 25 cm and has a snake-like, scaleless body without pectoral fins and a conspicuous stripe on the snout. As a bottom-dweller it lives on soft bottoms of the continental slope, between about 80 and 130 metres depth, where it often buries itself in sand or gravel. It hunts small benthic animals and crustaceans. The fish is harmless to humans and has no commercial value. The IUCN has not evaluated the species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Stripesnout false moray?
The Stripesnout false moray has a snake-like body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern. Snake-like body without pectoral fins; burrowing false moray
Where does the Stripesnout false moray live?
The Stripesnout false moray lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Indo-West Pacific
How big does the Stripesnout false moray get?
The Stripesnout false moray grows to a maximum of about 25 cm.
Is the Stripesnout false moray dangerous to humans?
No, the Stripesnout false moray is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Stripesnout false moray edible?
The Stripesnout false moray is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Chlopsis
More from the family Chlopsidae
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