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Crocodile Snake Eel
Brachysomophis crocodilinus
5.00974, 119.762
Field Notes
Description:
The head of this snake eel looks rather monstrous, with sharp teeth in its mouth. They feed on small fish and invertebrates, and grow to about 85cm in length.
Habitat:
Found singly buried in the sand or rubble near coral reefs, with just the head showing. Rarely out in the open during the day.
Notes:
When I saw this snake eel, it was during a day dive and it was completely out on the sand. As I approached, it sluggishly moved away, and when I came too near, it withdrew into the sand in a flash, tail first!
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedDecember 5, 2011
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