Spotted Moray Eel

Fish > Bony Fishes

OverviewThe Spotted Moray Eel (Gymnothorax moringa) is one of the most abundant, conspicuous, and ecologically dominant predatory teleosts patrolling the vibrant coral reefs and rocky shorelines of the tropical and subtropical Western Atlantic Ocean. Readily...

Grey Reef Shark

Fish > Sharks & Rays

OverviewThe Grey Reef Shark (Carcharhinus amblyrhynchos) is one of the most ecologically influential and behaviorally iconic elasmobranchs inhabiting the vibrant coral reefs of the tropical Indo-Pacific. Readily recognized by its robust, streamlined torpedo-shaped...

Crown-of-thorns Starfish

Invertebrates > Echinoderms

AT A GLANCECommon Name: Crown-of-thorns StarfishScientific Name: Acanthaster planciCategory: InvertebratesSubcategory: EchinodermsSize: Diameter: 10–14 in (25–35 cm); Exceptional giant specimens reach 28–32 in (70–80 cm); Number of arms: 14 to 21Weight: Adults:...