splendid garden eel; orange-barred garden eel
A species of garden eel (Gorgasia preclara) known for its striking orange and white bands. Used in marine biology and aquarium contexts.
I saw splendid garden eels poking their heads out of the sand at the aquarium.
Standard kanji spelling for this species of garden eel.
Katakana spelling, common in biological contexts or when emphasizing the species name.
From 錦 (にしき, 'brocade' or 'colorful pattern') and 穴子 (あなご, 'conger eel' or 'garden eel'), referring to the eel's ornate banded pattern.