Hoplunnis diomediana

Nettastomatidae, Duckbill Eels. Source: FAO 2002.
Nettastomatidae, Duckbill Eels.
Source: FAO 2002.
FamilyScientific NameAuthorYearCommon Name
NettastomatidaeHoplunnis diomedianaGoode and Bean1896Blacktail Pikeconger

All Hoplunnis Species: Pectoral fin present.

Hoplunnis diomediana

Unique Characteristics: Pterygoid teeth absent. Lateral vomerine teeth few and widely spaced. Lateral vomerine teeth present at all stages. Stomach black

Hoplunnis spp_Teeth on roof of mouth. Source: FAO 2002.
Hoplunnis spp_Teeth on roof of mouth.
Source: FAO 2002.

Similar Species:

Hoplunnis macrura, Freckled Pikeconger

Freckled Pikeconger, Hoplunnis macrura. Pterygoid teeth absent. Lateral vomerine teeth absent except in very young individuals. Stomach pale.

Hoplunnis tenuis, Spotted Pikeconger

Spotted Pikeconger, Hoplunnis tenuis. Pterygoid teeth present except in very young individuals. Lateral vomerine teeth close-set and numerous.