Moray Eel
Can you find the Spotted Moray Eel
(hint: lower center of picture)
The Spotted Moray Eel can grow to lengths of 39 inches.They are found in shallow coral reefs from North Carolina south to Rio De Janeiro, Brazil, including the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean. The skin is thick and leathery and the powerful jaws are armed with knife like molar teeth. They are most active at night while by day they hide in crevaces and holes. They are very capable of inflicting deep wounds when disturbed, and are very dangerous both in and out of the water. It is a common eel, but is not often seen by divers becouse of it's secretive nature.
Green Moray Eel
The Green Moray Eel has a dark green back and a yellowish belly, making it appear lighter in color. It is not poisonious, buy it can inflict a nasty bite like the spotted moray (above). These bites can become easily infected if not treated.
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