Description

Also known as Banded Snake-eel, Barred Snake-eel, Broadnose Worm Eel, Harlequin Banded Snake Eel, Ringed Snake-eel.

Found singly, over mud, sand, and seagrass bottoms, of reef flats. Pattern varies, sometimes with spots.
They feed on benthic crustaceans and fish.
Length - 90cm
Depth - 0-35m
Widespread Indo-Pacific

Snake Eels resemble snakes or worms because they have virtually no fins. Their pointed snouts and tails allow them to burrow beneath the sand.
They can usually be found with just their head showing above the sand waiting for their prey, a few species prowl around the sands at night. Some mimic banded sea snakes and can be found in the open during the day. Ref: https://www.fishbase.se/summary/8053