The Moustache Conger
(Conger cinereus) is an intriguing eel species that belongs to the Congridae family which consists of conger and garden eels found in tropical and temperate waters around the world. Moustache Congers are native to the Eastern Atlantic Ocean from the Bay of Biscay to South Africa and throughout the Mediterranean Sea. Moustache Congers typically grow up to 3-4 feet (90-120 cm) in length with some exceptional individuals reaching lengths of up to 6.5 feet (200 cm). This makes them one of the larger...
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The Tiger Snakemoray
scientifically known as Scuticaria tigrina is a striking marine species that belongs to the Ophichthidae family also known as snake eels. Tiger Snakemorays can be found in the Indo-Pacific region specifically in the Red Sea the Indian Ocean and the western Pacific Ocean. They inhabit coral reefs and rocky areas with sandy bottoms where they can burrow and camouflage themselves. Size-wise the Tiger Snakemoray is a medium-sized eel species. Adults can reach lengths of up to 1.6 feet (50 cm) making...
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Tasseled Scorpionfish
also known as Tasseled Anglerfish or Tassled Scorpionfish are a type of venomous marine fish belonging to the Scorpaenidae family. They are found in the tropical waters of the Indo-Pacific region including the Red Sea East Africa Japan and Australia. Tasseled Scorpionfish typically grow up to 15 cm in length with females usually being larger than males. They have a robust flattened body shape a large head with a wide mouth and eyes that are set high on the head. Their skin is covered in small fl...
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The Striped Eel Catfish
(Plotosus lineatus) is a unique and fascinating species belonging to the Plotosidae family of eeltail catfishes. It is primarily found in the Indo-Pacific region ranging from the Red Sea and East Africa to Japan Australia and the islands of the Pacific Ocean. These fish inhabit coral reefs rocky areas and seagrass beds with juveniles being more commonly found in shallow water near the shore. Size-wise the Striped Eel Catfish is a moderately-sized fish with adults reaching lengths of up to 12.6 i...
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The Pinstripe Basslet
The Pinstripe Basslet scientific name Liopropoma susumi is a beautiful and popular species of reef fish that belongs to the family Serranidae. It is native to the waters of the Indo-Pacific region and can be found in various habitats such as coral reefs drop-offs and lagoons. The Pinstripe Basslet is relatively small in size reaching a maximum length of around 7 cm (2.8 inches) and a weight of up to 10 grams. Its body is elongated and has a deep and compressed shape which allows it to maneuver e...
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