Named after the god of the underworld, a unique species of moray eel has been discovered in Asia (photo).

Despite the extensive study of our planet, scientists continue to discover new species. A new species of moray eel has been found in Asia. Unlike other members of this species, it inhabits river mouths and cave water bodies rather than the ocean. There are approximately 230 species of moray eels worldwide, most of which live in marine environments.

The Aida moray (Uropterygius hades) is a dark brown, elongated, snake-like eel that, unlike others, resides in dark, murky waters, often underground. It is found in the central part of the Indo-Pacific region and has been discovered in southern Japan, Taiwan, the Philippines, southern Java, and Fiji.

The new species of moray eel was named after the god of the underworld, Hades, due to its unique habitat, nesting behavior, high sensitivity to light, and, most importantly, its dark coloration. The discovery of the Aida moray eel was actually accidental when three researchers from Sun Yat-sen University were exploring a cave of the underground river Puerto Princesa.

These morays constantly seek to hide when exposed to light. It is believed that their small eyes are adapted to low-light conditions, and the few sensory pores on their heads prevent clogging by silt.

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