Family: |
Ophichthidae (Snake eels), subfamily: Ophichthinae |
Max. size: |
12.6 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
reef-associated; marine; depth range 0 - 4 m |
Distribution: |
Western Central Pacific: Palau. |
Diagnosis: |
Prominent dark saddles. |
Biology: |
The only known sample was collected in less than 10 cm water. |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 18 November 2019 Ref. (130435)
|
Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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