Crested Cusk Eel
NameCrested Cusk Eel
Scientific NameOphidion holbrooki
Common NamesCrested Cusk-eel, Cusk-eel
FamilyOphidiidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, North Carolina, Florida, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarger gobies, Blennies, Certain wrasses, Larger peaceful angelfish, Tangs
Description
The Crested Cusk Eel is a nocturnal, bottom-dwelling marine fish known for its elongated, eel-like body and prominent barbels. It typically burrows into sandy or muddy substrates during the day, emerging at night to hunt. This species requires a deep sand bed for burrowing and is predatory towards smaller tankmates.
