CALIFORNIA MORAY

Gymnothorax mordax


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Gymnothorax mordax (Ayres, 1859) Gymnothorax mordax (Ayres, 1859)

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Found common among rocks; lives in crevices or holes, usually with only head protruding. Very common in shallow reef areas (Ref. 35581). Feed mostly at night on crustaceans, octopuses and small fishes. Long-lived. Pelagic spawners (Ref. 56049).