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Boxer Snipe Eel

Nemichthys curvirostris (Strömman 1896)

Diagnostic Description

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Pale in color with black lines between vertebrae (Ref. 3248).

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Recorder: Cristina V. Garilao

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Trophic Strategy

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Feeds on crustaceans.

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Recorder: Drina Sta. Iglesia

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Biology

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Diurnal migrations (Ref. 51024). Feeds on crustaceans. Oviparous, strong sexual dimorphism (Ref. 3247).

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Recorder: Crispina B. Binohlan

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Importance

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fisheries: of no interest

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Recorder: Crispina B. Binohlan

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