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The snowflake moray is easily recognised by the beautiful pattern that covers its body, similar to flakes of snow. It is a placid and timid animal, which shelters in cracks and holes of coral reefs. It lives in shallow water, up to 10 m deep, and is commonly found in pools during low tide. Here, it feeds on urchins and crabs, which it crushes with its sharp teeth that are especially adapted for this job. This is considered to be the most harmless of all morays, although it can bite when provoked.

$Starry Moray or Snowflake Moray Echidna nebulosa has an impressive distribution area, occurs in the tropical Indo-Pacific from the Red Sea and East Africa and the Persian Gulf to the Society Islands, north to southern Japan and the Hawaiian Islands, south to Lord Howe Island and throughout Micronesia. The nocturnal species also occurs in the Eastern Central Pacific in the southern Baja California, in Mexico and from Costa Rica to northern Colombia and it is also found in the Southeast Atlantic. \nEchidna nebulosa occurs between rocks and corals of intertidal reef flats, also in shallow lagoon and seaward reefs in a depth range from 0 to 48m, max. length 100cm. The solitary species feeds mainly on crustaceans. \nLembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia \n1°28'22.56 N 125°14'3.888 E at 5m depth$

Snowflake moray (Echidna nebulosa), Zanzibar, Tanzania

Snowflake Moray Eel (also known as Clouded Moray) peeking out from a hole in the coral. The photo was taken on the coral reef of Mauritius.

Snowflake moray (Echidna nebulosa), also known as the clouded moray.

Waigeo island, Raja Ampat, West Papoua, Indonesia

Snowflake moray eel with dark spots and yellow and white patches swimming on a light grey background

A jewel moray (Muraena lentiginosa) on the Fang Ming wreck in the sea of Cortez (Mexico)

Snowflake Moray (Echidna nebulosa, aka Clouded Moray). Ambon, Indonesia

A close-up view of a moray eel hiding between rocky formations in the clear waters of Costa Brava, Spain. The vibrant colors of the rocks and marine life create a striking contrast with the speckled pattern of the eel, showcasing the rich underwater ecosystem of the Mediterranean Sea.

The Snowflake Eel, also known as the Snowflake Moray Eel, Clouded Moray, or Starry Moray, is one of the most beautiful morays, and inhabits caves and crevices throughout the Indo-Pacific reefs.

A close-up image of a Goldentail moray eel (Gymnothorax miliaris)

Moray eel fish – Snowflake Moray, scientific name is Echidna nebulosa, it inhabits coral reefs and is nocturnal predator, Red Sea, Sinai, Middle East

$Laced (or Honeycomb) Moray Gymnothorax favagineus is widespread in Indo-Pacific, often in holes with cleaner wrasses or shrimps. Males grow up to 3 m, so far one of the two largest of Indo-Pacific morays. The blotches are variable between individuals and size, often in relation to habitat - those in clear coral reefs usually have proportionally less black than those found in turbid waters.\nLaced Moray feeds on cephalopods and small fishes. There are reports of ciguatera, a foodborn illness, caused by bioaccumulation, a very heat-resistant toxicity who cannot be detoxified by conventional cooking. \nBatu Kapal, Banda Sea, Indonesia, 4°30'42.42 S 129°53'20.484 E at 15m depth$

Side view of a Snowflake Moray, Echidna nebulosa, isolated on white

The giant moray (Gymnothorax javanicus) close up

$The Fingered Clouded Moray (Echidna nebulosa), also known as the Snowflake Moray, is a species of moray eel found in the tropical Indo-Pacific region. It is a small eel, typically reaching a length of 50 cm (20 in), but can grow up to 100 cm (39 in). The body is pale with two rows of large dendritic black blotches that often enclose irregular yellow spots. The head is unmarked anterior to the eyes, producing a unique beak-like appearance. The eyes are yellow and the nostrils are large and tubular. The dorsal fins are absent, and the anal fin is short and located near the tail.\n\nThe Fingered Clouded Moray is a nocturnal predator that feeds on crustaceans, such as shrimp and crabs. It is found in a variety of habitats, including coral reefs, seagrass beds, and rocky shores. It is a solitary animal and is not aggressive towards humans.$

The snowflake moray (Echidna nebulosa), also known as the clouded moray

Giant moray eel, underwater Gymnothorax miliaris

A stunning spotted moray eel in an aquarium with a coral reef background

$Napoleon Snake Eel Ophichthus bonapartis occurs widespread in the tropical Indo-Pacific and inhabits sand flats of lagoon and seaward reefs to a depth of over 20 m, max. length 75cm. Even if only the head of this solitary species is visible from the sand, it is easy to identify; the the dark-edged bronze spots and blotches are distinctive. Gili Banta Island, Indonesia, 8°24'38.22\$

Detail of Snowflake moray Echidna Nebula inside amphora

Spotted moray eel in the aquarium of lisbon oceanarium. Mid shot

Scuba diving, Sea life. Underwater scene with coral and fish, Giant moray with cleaner shrimp and school of fish orange scalefin anthias Scuba diver point of view.

Mediterranean moray peeks out of its lair in a colorful reef

$Laced (or Honeycomb) Moray Gymnothorax favagineus is widespread in Indo-Pacific, often in holes with cleaner wrasses or shrimps. Males grow up to 3 m, so far of the two largest of Indo-Pacific morays. The blotches are variable between individuals and size, often in relation to habitat - those in clear coral reefs usually have proportionally less black than those found in turbid waters.\nLaced Moray feeds on cephalopods and small fishes. There are reports of ciguatera, a foodborn illness, caused by bioaccumulation, a very heat-resistant toxicity who cannot be detoxified by conventional cooking. \nBatu Kapal, Banda Sea, Indonesia, 4°30'10.6682 S 129°53'17.6959 E at 9m depth$

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