Giant Snake Eel
Ophisurus serpens
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Max Depth
300 m
Ophisurus serpens is an eel of the genus Ophisurus, found in the eastern Atlantic, western Mediterranean, western Indian Ocean, western Pacific, and the north east coast of North Island in New Zealand.
Other names: Serpent Eel or Sand Snake-eel.
Description
Its length is between 150 and 250 centimetres. Body is olive green to greyish brown above, paler below. Head pores are black. When young is silvery.
Distribution
Circumglobal: Atlantic (northern coast of Iberian peninsula to South Africa, also Madeira and western Mediterranean) and Indo-Pacific: southern Mozambique to South Africa; north to Japan, south to Australia.
Habitat
It can be found to depths of about 300 m, on sandy or muddy bottoms near rock outcrops.
Colors
white
brown
grey
silver
green
Edible
See in SeabookHabitat and Environment
Benthic
Mud and Sand
Conservation status
(LC) Least concern
Poisonous
See in SeabookSocial Behaviour
Solitary
Danger to human
See in SeabookVenomous
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Giant Snake Eel dangerous?
Giant Snake Eel is classified as: No, No, No. Always exercise caution and keep a safe distance.
Where can you find Giant Snake Eel?
How deep does Giant Snake Eel live?
Giant Snake Eel can be found at depths of up to 300 meters.
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