Sharptail Eel
NameSharptail Eel
Scientific NameMyrichthys breviceps
Common NamesSharptail Eel, Short-headed Snake Eel, Spotted Snake Eel
FamilyOphichthidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Florida, Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)24
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarger Angelfish, Tangs, Triggerfish (some species), Groupers, Lionfish (in very large tanks), Other robust, non-aggressive marine fish too large to be prey
Description
The Sharptail Eel is a distinctive snake eel characterized by its elongated, cylindrical body covered in bright yellow spots on a pale background. It is a nocturnal predator that typically burrows in sandy substrates during the day. This species feeds primarily on small fish and crustaceans.
