Ribbon Eel

The Ribbon Eel (Rhinomuraena quaesita) is a slender, distinctive moray eel known for its vibrant colors, which change throughout its life from black (juvenile) to blue (male) and eventually yellow (female). It possesses expanded anterior nostrils and high dorsal fins, giving it a unique appearance. This species typically resides in sand burrows and crevices within coral reefs in the Indo-Pacific, where it ambushes small fish and crustaceans.