Snowflake Eel

Description

Echidna nebulosa

Needs plenty of places to hide. PVC pipe may help. Known to jump from open top tanks. The Snowflake, Starry, or Diamond-Backed Moray, Echidna nebulosa is a fabulous aquarium species; small, compatible with other fish species and adaptable to captivity. It is certainly the most peaceful, outgoing and desirable moray species. Base color of silver gray with black and yellow “snowflakes” randomly sprinkled over the lower body. May sometimes eat very small fish. Needs plenty of places to hide (substrate). Known to jump from open top tanks.

Maximum Size: the Echidna nebulosa grows up to 30 inches.

Minimum Tank Size: The Snowflake Eel prefers a tank of at least 30 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swim.

Diet: The Echidna nebulosa is a carnivore and likes to eat meaty treats (like live feeder, fiddler crabs, small fish & grass shrimp).

Level of Care: The Snowflake Eel is a low maintenance fish.

Behavior: The Snowflake Eel may act aggressively toward other fish.

Water Conditions: Keep water quality high (SG 1.020 – 1.025, pH 8.1 – 8.4, Temp. 72 – 78 F).

Range: Indo-Pacific.