🌿Native Nature

Blind Swamp Eel

Ophisternon infernale

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Synbranchiformes ›Family: Synbranchidae ›Genus: Ophisternon

About

The blind swamp eel (Ophisternon infernale) is a species of fish in the family Synbranchidae. It is endemic to Mexico where it lives in cave systems and is known in Spanish as the anguila ciega. The International Union for Conservation of Nature has rated this cavefish as "endangered".

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Blind Swamp Eel?
The scientific name of Blind Swamp Eel is Ophisternon infernale.
What is the conservation status of Blind Swamp Eel?
The Blind Swamp Eel has a conservation status of Endangered.
What kingdom does Blind Swamp Eel belong to?
Blind Swamp Eel belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Blind Swamp Eel belong to?
Blind Swamp Eel belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Blind Swamp Eel belong to?
Blind Swamp Eel belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Blind Swamp Eel belong to?
Blind Swamp Eel belongs to the order Synbranchiformes.
What family does Blind Swamp Eel belong to?
Blind Swamp Eel belongs to the family Synbranchidae.
What genus does Blind Swamp Eel belong to?
Blind Swamp Eel belongs to the genus Ophisternon.