The Taylor's garden eel (Heteroconger taylori) is a saltwater fish of the family Congridae that grows up to 48 cm.
Description
Taylor's garden eel is a garden eel (Congridae) from coastal waters of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 48 cm and has a very slender, snake-shaped body with fine markings. It lives in colonies in self-dug vertical burrows in sandy bottoms near reefs, from which it protrudes its forebody to snap zooplankton from the current; when threatened it withdraws fully into the burrow. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Taylor's garden eel?
The Taylor's garden eel has a snake-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Taylor's garden eel live?
The Taylor's garden eel lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Taylor's garden eel get?
The Taylor's garden eel grows to a maximum of about 48 cm.
Is the Taylor's garden eel dangerous to humans?
No, the Taylor's garden eel is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Heteroconger
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