Neenchelys microtretus Bamber, 1915
Small-fin worm eel
photo by Ho, H.-C.

Family:  Ophichthidae (Snake eels), subfamily: Myrophinae
Max. size:  18.3 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  demersal; marine
Distribution:  Western Indian Ocean: Red Sea.
Diagnosis:   
Biology: 
IUCN Red List Status: Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 20 November 2019 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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