Dark Moray
NameDark Moray
Scientific NameGymnothorax funebris
Common NamesGreen Moray Eel, Dark Moray
FamilyMuraenidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea, Brazil
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)250
Max Size (Inches)98
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesNone
Description
The Green Moray Eel, sometimes referred to as Dark Moray, is a large and robust marine predator characterized by its greenish-yellow body and powerful jaws. These nocturnal hunters are typically found in rocky crevices and coral reefs, ambushing fish, crustaceans, and cephalopods. Due to their significant size and predatory nature, they require very large, specialized aquariums and are only suitable for expert aquarists.
