Gymnothorax vicinus

Purplemouth moray

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic
The temperate Atlantic

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally motionless in its environment
The species is generally found at the bottom of a hole
The species can be found between 1 and 145 Meters.
Uncommon Species

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.

General behaviour of the species

The species is territorial
Species generally solitary
Lives in partnership with other fish species
The animal is threatening but not necessarily aggressive

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 122 cm
The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
Diet : Fishes -

Relationship with humans

The animal may inflict serious bites
The species is good to eat
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Aquarium enthusiasts.
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing