Blackedge Moray
NameBlackedge Moray
Scientific NameGymnothorax nigromarginatus
Common NamesBlackedge Moray, Blackedge Moray Eel
FamilyMuraenidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)125
Max Size (Inches)30
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Angelfish, Tangs (large species), Lionfish (with caution), Triggerfish (with caution), Groupers (large species)
Description
The Blackedge Moray is a predatory saltwater eel found in the Western Atlantic, characterized by its dark fin margins and a mottled or spotted body. This nocturnal hunter requires a large, well-established marine aquarium with numerous hiding spots. They are known for their strong bite and should be handled with extreme caution.
