The Bosch' moray eel (Echidna nebulosa) is a saltwater fish of the family Muraenidae that grows up to 100 cm.
Description
The starry moray is a moray eel (family Muraenidae) of the Indo-Pacific. The species grows to about a metre and has a snake-like, white body with star-shaped dark blotches and yellow accents. Unlike many morays it has blunt, nodular teeth with which it can crush shellfish. It lives among rocks and corals of intertidal reef flats, shallow lagoons and seaward reefs to about 10 m depth, and is active mainly at night. Its diet consists mainly of crustaceans such as crabs and shrimps. The species bites only when threatened or handled carelessly.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bosch' moray eel?
The Bosch' moray eel has a snake-like body, is mainly white and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Bosch' moray eel live?
The Bosch' moray eel lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Bosch' moray eel get?
The Bosch' moray eel grows to a maximum of about 100 cm. On average the species is around 50 cm.
Is the Bosch' moray eel dangerous to humans?
No, the Bosch' moray eel is harmless to humans.
Is the Bosch' moray eel edible?
The Bosch' moray eel is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Echidna
More from the family Muraenidae
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