Marbled Snake Eel
NameMarbled Snake Eel
Scientific NameCallechelys marmorata
Common NamesMarbled Snake Eel, Marbled Snake-eel
FamilyOphichthidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, French Polynesia, Southern Japan, Australia
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)24
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOnly very large, robust, non-aggressive fish
Description
The Marbled Snake Eel is a fascinating marine fish known for its distinctive black and yellow/white marbled pattern. This nocturnal predator spends most of its time buried in soft, sandy substrates, with only its head exposed to ambush unsuspecting prey. It requires a deep sand bed and a secure tank lid in an aquarium setting.
