CHICAGO (Reuters) - Moray eels, those snake-like predators that lurk in coral reefs, use a second set of jaws to pull prey back into their throats with deadly efficiency, researchers said on Wednesday ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. In research video footage a snowflake moray eel (Echidna nebulosa ...

Scientists in California have reported that moray eels have a set of teeth within a second set of jaws, called the pharyngeal jaws, that help them capture their prey. Once the moray eel secures its ...

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Moray eels have a second, hidden set of jaws that are the stuff of nightmares. These extra jaws ...

Most fish utilize a mouthful of water to swallow their prey. According to a new study, however, moray eels are unique in not doing so, allowing them to feed while out of the water … with some help ...