Whitemouth Moray
NameWhitemouth Moray
Scientific NameGymnothorax meleagris
Common NamesWhitemouth Moray, Guineafowl Moray, Spotted Moray
FamilyMuraenidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Hawaii, Micronesia, French Polynesia
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)48
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Groupers, Large Triggerfish (with caution), Large Angelfish, Lionfish (with caution), Other large, robust, non-aggressive fish
Description
The Whitemouth Moray is a striking marine eel characterized by its dark brown to black body covered in numerous small white or yellow spots, and a distinctive pale, often white, mouth lining. This nocturnal predator is commonly found hiding in crevices and caves within coral reefs across the Indo-Pacific.
