Saddled Snake Eel
Leiuranus Semicinctus
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Quick Facts
Scientific name
Leiuranus Semicinctus
Other names
Banded Snake Eel, Culverin, Halfbanded Snake Eel
Size
Up to 66 cm (26 in)
Weight
Under 1.5 kg (3.3 lb)
Distribution
Habitat & AU Distribution
Coastal waters, estuaries & lagoons amongst sandy, weedy & seagrass beds of reefs
Depth Range
