Dogface Witch Eel
NameDogface Witch Eel
Scientific NameMyrophis punctatus
Common NamesDogface Witch Eel, Spotted Snake Eel, Bluntnose Snake Eel
FamilyOphichthidae
OriginWestern Atlantic, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea, Coastal Brazil
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)30
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range7.5-8.5
Compatible SpeciesLarger gobies, Larger blennies, Larger damselfish, Other non-aggressive eels of similar size
Description
The Dogface Witch Eel, likely a variant of the Spotted Snake Eel, is a slender, elongated fish with a pointed snout, belonging to the snake eel family. These eels are primarily burrowing predators found in coastal and estuarine environments, feeding on small fish and invertebrates. They require a deep sand bed for burrowing and a very secure tank lid to prevent escapes.
