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Tiger Snake Eel

Myrichthys xysturus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Anguilliformes ›Family: Ophichthidae ›Genus: Myrichthys

About

Myrichthys xysturus is an eel in the family Ophichthidae (worm/snake eels). It was described by David Starr Jordan and Charles Henry Gilbert in 1882, originally under the genus Ophichthys. It is a marine, tropical eel which is known from the eastern central Pacific Ocean, including the Gulf of California; Baja California Sur, Mexico; and the Galapagos Islands.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tiger Snake Eel?
The scientific name of Tiger Snake Eel is Myrichthys xysturus.
What is the conservation status of Tiger Snake Eel?
The Tiger Snake Eel has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Tiger Snake Eel belong to?
Tiger Snake Eel belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Tiger Snake Eel belong to?
Tiger Snake Eel belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Tiger Snake Eel belong to?
Tiger Snake Eel belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Tiger Snake Eel belong to?
Tiger Snake Eel belongs to the order Anguilliformes.
What family does Tiger Snake Eel belong to?
Tiger Snake Eel belongs to the family Ophichthidae.
What genus does Tiger Snake Eel belong to?
Tiger Snake Eel belongs to the genus Myrichthys.