Giant Moray
NameGiant Moray
Scientific NameGymnothorax javanicus
Common NamesGiant Moray, Giant Moray Eel
FamilyMuraenidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Japan, Australia, Hawaii
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)300
Max Size (Inches)100
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Groupers, Large Triggerfish (with caution), Large Angelfish (with caution), Other very large, robust, and fast-moving fish
Description
The Giant Moray is one of the largest species of moray eels, known for its robust body and mottled brown and black pattern. These powerful predators inhabit coral reefs across the Indo-Pacific, often found in caves and crevices. Due to their immense size and predatory nature, they are only suitable for expert aquarists with very large, specialized aquariums.
