Muraena argus (Steindachner, 1870)
Argus moray
Muraena argus
photo by Lavan, J.

 Family:  Muraenidae (Moray eels), subfamily: Muraeninae
 Max. size:  120 cm TL (male/unsexed)
 Environment:  reef-associated; depth range 18 - 60 m
 Distribution:  Eastern Pacific: Mexico to Peru (Ref. 35581) and the Galapagos Islands.
 Diagnosis:   
 Biology:  Inhabits deep, rocky, boulder strewn areas and walls. Lurks in holes, crevices and dark recesses. Constantly opens and closes its mouth, an action required for respiration, not a threat (Ref. 5227).
 IUCN Red List Status:   (Ref. 96402)
 Threat to humans:  harmless
 Country info:   
 

 Entered by: Garilao, Cristina V. - 04.07.95
 Modified by: Busson, Frédéric - 22.08.14

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