Northern Cutthroat Eel
NameNorthern Cutthroat Eel
Scientific NameSynaphobranchus borealis
Common NamesNorthern Cutthroat Eel
FamilySynaphobranchidae
OriginNorth Atlantic Ocean, Arctic Ocean, Deep Sea
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)10000
Max Size (Inches)47.2
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)32-41
pH Range7.8-8.2
Description
The Northern Cutthroat Eel is a deep-sea species inhabiting the cold, abyssal waters of the North Atlantic and Arctic Oceans. It is a predatory fish, feeding on various invertebrates and smaller fish found in its dark habitat. Due to its extreme environmental requirements and deep-sea nature, this species is not suitable for home aquariums.
