The Snowflake Moray Eel, also known as the Snowflake Eel, Clouded Moray, or Starry Moray, inhabits caves and crevices throughout the Indo-Pacific reefs. In the wild, it can grow to 39 inches (1 m); most captive specimens will not exceed 24 inches (60 cm).
This is a very hardy eel, but an escape artist. The 125 gallon or larger tank to house an eel needs to be tightly sealed. Most of these eels that are lost in an aquarium are due to poorly sealed tanks. The Snowflake Moray Eel is safe to house with any fish it cannot easily swallow. It can be housed with some invertebrates, like anemones and corals, but not crustaceans.
The wild Snowflake Moray is a nocturnal predator, ambushing fish and crustaceans. In the tank, it will take frozen or freeze-dried krill, fish, shrimp, and most meaty foods. It can be taught to hand feed, although this should be done with caution, as it can inflict a painful bite.
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Name: Snowflake Moray Eel (Echidna nebulosa)
Family: Muraenidae Range: Tropical Indo-Pacific and Red Sea Size: Up to 24 inches Diet: Carnivore Tank Set-up: Marine: Coral or rock, plants Reef Compatible: No Tank Conditions: 72-78°F; sg 1.020-1.025; pH 8.1-8.4 Minimum Tank Capacity: 125 gallon Light: Low Temperament: Semi-aggressive Swimming Level: Bottom Care Level: Easy Care Level: Egg Layer |
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