Moray eels, though looking snake - like, are fish from a widespread family with over 200 species. They often hide in crevices on coral reefs, showing only their heads. Contrary to their fierce image, they're shy and rarely attack without provocation. Moray eels have a bad reputation for being aggressive, but they prefer to be left alone and swim away rather than fight. They have two sets of toothed jaws to grab prey and pull it into the throat. Without scales, their skin is covered with protective mucus, like the green moray whose slimy covering makes it look yellow - green while its real skin is dark blue or brown. The scientific name for the moray eel family is Muraenidae, and the green moray is Gymnothorax funebris. Each of these hand - painted Good Luck Minis® depicts a moray eel swimming in an S - shaped, undulating motion. Different from most fish, the moray eel has a single fin that runs along most of its body, combining all its fins including the tail. These cute moray eel figurines are 1.5 inches long, with a yellowish - green color and dark green accents for more detail.

These hand - painted miniature moray eel figurines are great for decoration. You can place them on your desk, bookshelf, or use them as part of a small diorama. When handling them, be gentle as they are delicate. To keep them clean, use a soft, dry cloth to wipe off any dust. Avoid exposing them to water or harsh chemicals as this may damage the paint. Store them in a safe place where they won't be knocked over or crushed.