Ophichthus ophis

Eels and others

  • Spotted snake eel
  • Serpenton tacheté

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
  • 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 2 and 50 Meters.
  • Rare species.

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

  • The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.

General behaviour of the species

  • The species is territorial
  • Species generally solitary
  • The animal is aggressive and may attack

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 210 cm
  • The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
  • Diet : Fishes - -

Relationship with humans

  • The animal may bite
  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest