Hoplunnis tenuis

Nettastomatidae, Duckbill Eels. Source: FAO 2002.
Nettastomatidae, Duckbill Eels.
Source: FAO 2002.
FamilyScientific NameAuthorYearCommon Name
NettastomatidaeHoplunnis tenuisGinsburg1951Spotted Pikeconger

All Hoplunnis Species: Pectoral fin present.

Hoplunnis tenuis

Unique Characteristics: Pterygoid teeth present except in very young individuals. Lateral vomerine teeth close-set and numerous.

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 diomediana, Blacktail Pikeconger

Blacktail Pikeconger, Hoplunnis diomediana. Pterygoid teeth absent. Lateral vomerine teeth few and widely spaced. Lateral vomerine teeth present at all stages. Stomach black.