Banana Eel Animal Pictures

Gymnothorax miliaris

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A banana eel on a coral reef

A banana eel on a coral reef
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Banana eels are popular aquarium fish due to their banana-like appearance.

A banana eel with its mouth open

A banana eel with its mouth open
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With their bright yellow color with brown spots, banana eels resemble ripe bananas.

A banana eel sticks its head out of some yellow coral

A banana eel sticks its head out of some yellow coral
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As pets, banana eels require a 125-gallon tank and plenty of hiding places.

A banana eel on a coral reef

A banana eel on a coral reef
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Banana eels grow up to 2 feet long.

A banana eel displays its teeth

A banana eel displays its teeth
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The spots on a banana eel's head are small. They get progressively larger along the length of its body.