Blotched Snake Eel
NameBlotched Snake Eel
Scientific NameMyrichthys maculosus
Common NamesBlotched Snake Eel, Spotted Snake Eel, Tiger Snake Eel
FamilyOphichthidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Hawaii
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)120
Max Size (Inches)40
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Angelfish, Tangs, Triggerfish (larger species), Groupers (larger species), Lionfish (larger species)
Description
The Blotched Snake Eel is a captivating saltwater species recognized by its distinctive spotted pattern and elongated, snake-like body. It is a nocturnal predator that spends much of its day buried in sandy substrates, emerging at night to hunt small fish and crustaceans. This eel requires a deep sand bed and a spacious, mature aquarium to thrive.
