Argentine Conger
NameArgentine Conger
Scientific NameConger orbignianus
Common NamesArgentine Conger, Argentine Conger Eel
FamilyCongeridae
OriginSouthwestern Atlantic Ocean, Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)59
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)55-70
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesNone
Description
The Argentine Conger is a large, predatory marine eel native to the southwestern Atlantic Ocean. It possesses a sleek, elongated body and is known for its carnivorous diet, preying on fish, crustaceans, and cephalopods. Due to its significant adult size and aggressive nature, it is considered an expert-level species, primarily suitable for very large public aquariums.
