Green Moray Eel
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NameGreen Moray Eel
Scientific NameGymnothorax funebris
Common NamesGreen Moray Eel, Green Moray
FamilyMuraenidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, Brazil
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)98
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Groupers, Large Triggerfish (with caution), Lionfish (with caution), Other large, robust, non-prey marine fish
Description
The Green Moray Eel is a large, robust marine eel known for its distinctive green coloration, which comes from a yellow mucus coating over its dark skin. These nocturnal predators are often found in rocky crevices and coral reefs throughout the Western Atlantic, ambushing fish, crustaceans, and cephalopods. Due to their significant size and predatory nature, they require very large, specialized aquariums and are suitable only for expert aquarists.
