The Golden Moray Eel, Gymnothorax miliaris, inhabits coral reefs in the Western Atlantic. It features a distinctive golden-yellow body with a spotted pattern, reaching lengths of up to 70 cm. This nocturnal predator feeds on small fish and crustaceans, playing a vital role in controlling prey populations within its ecosystem.

Gymnothorax miliaris, commonly known as the Goldentail Moray, is native to the western Atlantic Ocean. Its geographical distribution extends from North Carolina in the United States, down through the Caribbean Sea, including the Bahamas and Bermuda, and southwards to Brazil.

The Goldentail Moray typically inhabits shallow coastal waters, often found in coral reefs and rocky areas. It prefers warm, tropical marine environments with clear waters, generally at depths ranging from 3 to 40 meters.

This species is primarily nocturnal and occupies crevices and holes within coral reefs and rocky substrates during the day. It plays a role as both predator and prey in the reef ecosystem, feeding on small fish and invertebrates such as crustaceans, and serving as prey for larger predatory fish and sharks.