Short-finned Eel
NameShort-finned Eel
Scientific NameAnguilla australis
Common NamesShort-finned Eel, Australian Shortfin Eel, Shortfin Eel
FamilyAnguillidae
OriginAustralia, New Zealand, New Caledonia, Lord Howe Island, Norfolk Island
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)250
Max Size (Inches)60
Water TypeFreshwater, Brackish, Saltwater
Temperature Range (°F)50-77
pH Range6.5-8.0
Compatible SpeciesNone (best kept alone)
Description
The Short-finned Eel is a large, catadromous eel species native to Australasia. It spends most of its life in freshwater rivers and lakes before migrating to the ocean to breed. These nocturnal predators require very large tanks and are best kept alone.
