Slendertail Moray
NameSlendertail Moray
Scientific NameGymnothorax longicauda
Common NamesSlendertail Moray, Longtail Moray
FamilyMuraenidae
OriginWestern Pacific, Indo-Pacific
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)24
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Groupers, Large Lionfish (with caution), Large Triggerfish (with caution), Other large, robust, and aggressive fish too big to be considered prey
Description
The Slendertail Moray is a medium-sized marine eel known for its elongated body and predatory nature. It typically exhibits a brown to grey coloration and possesses sharp teeth for capturing prey. This nocturnal species prefers to hide in rockwork during the day, emerging to hunt fish and crustaceans.
