Multiple common names
Enchelycore pardalis is known as the leopard moray eel, tiger moray eel, dragon moray, and puhi-kauila (Hawaiian).
Species Guide
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Enchelycore pardalis is a species of moray eel in the family Muraenidae. It is commonly known as the leopard moray eel, tiger moray eel, dragon moray, and puhi-kauila (Hawaiian).
Responsible Encounters
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Give panther moray eel (dragon eel) space, avoid blocking the animal's path, and follow local site and operator rules for wildlife interactions with rays.
Field Notes
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Enchelycore pardalis is known as the leopard moray eel, tiger moray eel, dragon moray, and puhi-kauila (Hawaiian).
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Research Sources
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Related Species
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