Umbrella Conger [Gnathophis umbrellabius]
Description
The Umbrella Conger is a type of eel found in the Indo-Pacific region, from the eastern coast of Africa to the western side of the Pacific Ocean. This species inhabits sandy and muddy bottoms of the ocean at depths between 50 and 500 meters. They are characterized by their long, slender bodies and small eyes.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Eels and Morays
Anguilliformes
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| Family |
Conger Eels
Congridae
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| Genus |
Gnathophis
Gnathophis
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