snake eel

Are Banded Snake Eels Poisonous?

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The harlequin or banded snake eel (Myrichthys colubrinus) is a non-venomous, non-poisonous fish, which mimics a very venomous banded sea krait. Is saddled snake eel poisonous? They are highly poisonous , just like venomous land snakes, but they have very small mouths, tiny teeth and are very docile, so it is super-rare that anyone ever … Read more

Are Spotted Snake Eels Poisonous?

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Due to its great hideout along the reef, the snake eel has few predators. Humans hunt these fish for food or for exotic pets to put in aquariums. Consuming snake eels, like other reef fish, comes with some risk because their flesh carries a toxin which sometimes results in painful food poisoning. Where are spotted … Read more