description Sailfin eel Overview
The sailfin eel, Paraletharchus pacificus, is a marine worm or snake eel in the family Ophichthidae from the tropical eastern Pacific. It has an elongated body, a high dorsal fin that begins on the head, no pectoral or anal fins, and a hard, finless tail tip. It lives on soft seafloor substrates from the shoreline to about 35 m and is recorded from Mexico, Costa Rica and Panama.
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What is the scientific name of the sailfin eel?
The sailfin eel is Paraletharchus pacificus. It is a marine worm or snake eel in the family Ophichthidae.
What makes the sailfin eel look unusual?
It has a high dorsal fin that begins on the head, along with no pectoral or anal fins. Its tail tip is hard and finless, giving the body a distinctive elongated form.
Where does the sailfin eel live?
Paraletharchus pacificus comes from the tropical eastern Pacific. It lives on soft seafloors where its worm-like body is suited to burrowing or resting in sediment.
Does the sailfin eel have pectoral fins?
No. The species is described as having no pectoral or anal fins, while its dorsal fin begins on the head.
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