White Ribbon Eel
NameWhite Ribbon Eel
Scientific NameRhinomuraena quaesita
Common NamesRibbon Eel, White Ribbon Eel, Leaf-nosed Moray Eel, Bernis Eel
FamilyMuraenidae
OriginIndo-Pacific
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)100
Max Size (Inches)40
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Tangs, Large Angelfish, Lionfish (non-aggressive types), Groupers (non-aggressive types), Pufferfish (non-aggressive types)
Description
The White Ribbon Eel is a striking marine eel known for its slender body and distinctive ribbon-like dorsal fin. This phase is typically the juvenile or female stage of the Ribbon Eel, Rhinomuraena quaesita. They are ambush predators that require an expert level of care due to their specialized feeding habits and need for a mature, stable saltwater environment.
