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Frimbriated Moray Eel

Gymnothorax fimbriatus

Description:

Gymnothorax fimbriatus is a medium-sized moray which can reach a maximum length of 80 cm. Its serpentine in shape body has a white cream to light brown background color dotted with numerous black spots which latter vary in size and shape depending on the individual and maturity. Its head has a tapered snout and it's greenish yellow with black dots, the corners of the mouth are white.

Habitat:

The fimbriated moray is carnivorous, it leaves its lair at night to actively hunt its preys along the reef. It feeds mainly on small fish and crustaceans.

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4 Comments

AlbertKang
AlbertKang 8 years ago

Thanks, @venusflytrap2000 :)

CalebSteindel
CalebSteindel 8 years ago

Incredible shot, Albert! Thanks for sharing!

AlbertKang
AlbertKang 8 years ago

Thanks, @Nayeli :)

Nayeli
Nayeli 8 years ago

Amazing!

AlbertKang
Spotted by
AlbertKang

Batangas, Philippines

Spotted on Jan 11, 2016
Submitted on Jan 18, 2016

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