
Pratik Patel
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Ribbon Eel, Ribbon Moray
Common Name | Ribbon Eel, Ribbon Moray |
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Scientific Name | Rhinomuraena Quaesita |
Behavior | Solitary; often seen with only their heads protruding from burrows |
Habitat | Tropical waters, often found in coral reefs and lagoons |
Diet | Carnivorous; feeds mainly on small fish and crustaceans |
Coloration | Juvenile: Black body with a yellow dorsal fin Male: Bright blue body with a yellow dorsal fin and yellow accents Female: Entirely yellow body |
Reproduction | Sequential hermaphrodites; juveniles are male and can later change to female |
Conservation Status | Not evaluated, but habitat loss and aquarium trade impact populations |
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Classification | Zoology |
Type | Fish |
Group | NA |
Length / Size | Can grow up to 1.3 / Meter |
Life Span | Up to 20 / Year |
