Author: (Valenciennes, 1840)
FBname: Whitelipped eel catfish
Comments: In tropical areas, inhabits clear and turbid coral reefs; usually found in areas with mixed sand, weed, and coral areas (Ref. 31103).  May be seen resting on sand bottoms under ledges or around coral bommies (Ref. 31103).  Adults solitarily or in small groups.  Presumably nocturnal (Ref. 31103).  Feeds on gastropod mollusks and crustaceans (Ref. 31103).  Spines associated with anterior fins have potent venom (Ref. 9801).