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Frimbriated Moray Eel
Gymnothorax fimbriatus
13.6735, 120.841
Field Notes
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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Fimbriated moray
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PublishedJanuary 18, 2016
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