Fringelip Eel
NameFringelip Eel
Scientific NameChlopsis longidens
Common NamesFringelip Eel, Longtooth False Moray
FamilyChlopsidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, East Africa, Philippines, Japan, Australia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)50
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarger Damselfish, Some Angelfish, Tangs (in appropriately sized tanks), Lionfish (in appropriately sized tanks)
Description
The Fringelip Eel (Chlopsis longidens) is a slender, reclusive marine eel found across the Indo-Pacific. It typically burrows into sandy or muddy substrates during the day, emerging at night to hunt. This nocturnal predator primarily preys on small fish and crustaceans.
