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Bookmark or Share- Moray eel - WikipediaEchidna nebulosa occupying a live coral reef, located in Sabang, Philippines. Within the marine realm, morays are found in shallow water nearshore areas, continental slopes, continental shelves, deep benthic habitats, and mesopelagic zones of the ocean, and in both tropical and temperate environments. [ 25 ]
- Moray Eel - Animal CornerMoray eels grow to a length of about 1.5 metres, and live in coral reefs and rocky areas, at a depth of about 200m. They feed primarily on smaller fish, crabs, and octopuses. The name “Moray” comes from derives from Portuguese moréia, which itself derives from Latin mūrēna.
- Morays are Kind of a Big Eel - Ocean ConservancyA moray is a type of eel found in the family Muraenidae. There are about 200 recognized species within the family, with new species being discovered today. In fact, a 2020 study described a new species of undulated moray called Gymnothorax elaineheemstrae, which was previously thought to be grouped together with another species.
- Moray Eel - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and Interesting FactsMoray eels are a group of approximately 200 species of fish. All have a characteristic elongated, snake -like (“serpentine”) body. They are mainly marine, but some species can be found in brackish water, and a very few species live in fresh water.
- 19 Different Types Of Moray Eels - The Grom LifeThe ironically named slender giant moray is the largest of all moray eels and is known to grow as big as 13 feet. There are around 200 species of moray eels, including the ones listed here. Learn more about these creatures, including diet, habitat, size, and location.
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