Scytalichthys miurus (Jordan & Gilbert, 1882)
Shorttail viper eel
photo by Robertson, R.

Family:  Ophichthidae (Snake eels), subfamily: Ophichthinae
Max. size:  97 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  demersal; marine; depth range - 85 m
Distribution:  Eastern Pacific: Mexico and the Galapagos Islands.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Inhabits sandy bottoms up to a depth of 85 m.
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 23 May 2007 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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