Heteroconger klausewitzi (Eibl-Eibesfeldt & Köster, 1983) Galapagos garden eel |
photo by
Randall, J.E. |
Family: | Congridae (Conger and garden eels), subfamily: Heterocongrinae | |||
Max. size: | 70 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | demersal; depth range 10 - 30 m, non-migratory | |||
Distribution: | Southeast Pacific: Galapagos Islands. | |||
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Biology: | Inhabits clean sand. Found in large colonies. Feeds on plankton. | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | (Ref. 96402) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless | |||
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Entered by: Garilao, Cristina V. - 03.02.98 |
Modified by: Froese, Rainer - 21.12.05 |