Geometric Moray (Gymnothorax griseus)

Geometric Moray, a reference photo — Photo: Diego Delso · CC BY-SA 4.0 (licence)

The geometric moray (Gymnothorax griseus)

Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Geometric Moray being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Easily confused with

Gymnothorax vicinus
Gymnothorax nubilus
Gymnothorax thyrsoideus

Classification

Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Actinopterygii
Order: Anguilliformes
Family: Muraenidae
Genus: Gymnothorax
Species: Gymnothorax griseus

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