Monopterus
| Monopterus | |
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| Monopterus albus | |
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Actinopterygii |
| Order: | Synbranchiformes |
| Family: | Synbranchidae |
| Genus: |
Monopterus Lacépède, 1800 |
Monopterus /mənˈɒptərəs/ is a genus of swamp eels mainly native to Asia, but with two species in Africa. They live in various freshwater habitats and some have digging lifestyle. Three species, M. eapeni, M. digressus and M. roseni, live in underground waters.
There are currently 15 recognized species in this genus:
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