Clown snake eel ( Ophichthus bonaparti) lunges from its hole in sand and snarls at photographer. Lembeh Straits, Indonesia.

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Clown snake eel snarling with mouth wide open showing its razor-sharp teeth discourage intruders from approaching. Lembeh Straits, Indonesia.

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Size: 4224px × 3018px
Location: Lembeh Straits, Indonesia
Photo credit: © Howard Chew / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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