Speckled Cusk-eel
NameSpeckled Cusk-eel
Scientific NameOphidion beani
Common NamesSpeckled Cusk-eel
FamilyOphidiidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)50-70
pH Range8.0-8.4
Description
The Speckled Cusk-eel (*Ophidion beani*) is a slender, elongated marine fish found in the Western Atlantic. It inhabits sandy or muddy bottoms in deeper waters, often burrowing during the day. This nocturnal predator feeds on small crustaceans and fish and is not suitable for typical home aquariums.
