Tropical Conger
NameTropical Conger
Scientific NameMyrophis punctatus
Common NamesSpeckled Worm Eel, Worm Eel, Punctate Worm Eel
FamilyOphichthidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)15
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.0-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarger Gobies, Blennies, Peaceful Damselfish, Larger Invertebrates (e.g., snails, hermit crabs too large to be prey)
Description
The Speckled Worm Eel, often found in tropical and subtropical waters, is a slender, burrowing eel-like fish that inhabits sandy and muddy bottoms, including seagrass beds. It is typically pale or yellowish-white, often with small dark spots, and spends much of its day buried in the substrate. These nocturnal predators feed on small crustaceans, worms, and tiny fish.
