Black Moray
NameBlack Moray
Scientific NameGymnothorax moringa
Common NamesBlack Moray, Spotted Moray, Speckled Moray
FamilyMuraenidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, Brazil
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)125
Max Size (Inches)36
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Groupers, Large Triggerfish, Large Lionfish
Description
The Black Moray, often a dark variant of the Spotted Moray (*Gymnothorax moringa*), is a robust and predatory eel found in the Western Atlantic. Known for its snake-like body and prominent white eyes, it requires a large, secure marine aquarium with numerous hiding spots. These nocturnal hunters are carnivores, primarily feeding on fish and crustaceans.
