Everything you need to know about these dragons of the sea
Where are moray eels found?
Moray eels inhabit shallow marine, brackish or rocky habitats and coral reefs; occasionally found in the lower reaches of rivers.
How do moray eels hunt?
Moray eels sometimes form hunting teams with groupers. The grouper scares fish into coral crevices, while the moray attacks within the crevice
Are moray eels social animals?
Moray eels live solitary lives, but are sometimes found in pairs.
About the contributors
Wenzel Pinto
is a marine biologist at the Nature Conservation Foundation and is currently working on reef dynamics and island vulnerability in the Lakshadweep archipelago.
Diviya Mehra
is a graphic designer. She was the former art director of National Geographic Traveller. Her love for animals, travel and design has shaped her career through the years.
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