Dysomma anguillare

Dysomma anguillare, Shortbell Eel. Source: FAO 2002.
Dysomma anguillare, Shortbelly Eel.
Source: FAO 2002.
FamilyScientific NameAuthorYearCommon Name
SynaphobranchidaeDysomma anguillareBarnard1923Shortbelly Eel

Dysomma anguillare

Unique Characters: Head more elongate, mouth extends to level of posterior edge of eye or beyond. Gill openings separate, although they may be closely approximated. Scales absent. Pectoral fin present. Trunk very short, anus under or shortly behind tip of appressed pectoral fin.

Similar Species: Rugose Eel, Dysommina rugosa. Head more elongate, mouth extends to level of posterior edge of eye or beyond. Gill openings separate, although they may be closely approximated. Scales absent. Pectoral fin present. Trunk longer, anus well behind tip of appressed pectoral fin.