Purplemouth Moray
NamePurplemouth Moray
Scientific NameGymnothorax vicinus
Common NamesPurplemouth Moray, Brown Moray, Speckled Moray
FamilyMuraenidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Bermuda, Florida, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea, Brazil
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)47
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Groupers, Lionfish (with caution), Other large, robust, non-aggressive eels
Description
The Purplemouth Moray is a large, robust saltwater eel characterized by its dark brown to purplish-brown body and a distinctive purple coloration inside its mouth. This nocturnal predator typically hides in rock crevices during the day, emerging at night to hunt fish and crustaceans. Due to its size and predatory nature, it requires a very large aquarium and careful tankmate selection.
