Black Edge Moray Eel
(Gymnothorax saxicola)
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Black Edge Moray Eel
(Gymnothorax saxicola)
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Care Level
Moderate
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Color Form
Tan, Yellow
Diet
Carnivore
Reef Compatible
With Caution
Water Conditions
sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size
2'
Family
Muraenidae
Minimum Tank Size
125 gallons
Compatibility
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Care Level
Moderate
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Color Form
Tan, Yellow
Diet
Carnivore
Reef Compatible
With Caution
Water Conditions
sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size
2'
Family
Muraenidae
Minimum Tank Size
125 gallons
Compatibility
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Overview
The Black Edge Moray Eel also known as the Ocellated Moray originates from the seagrass beds of the Caribbean ocean. It is brown in color with stunning golden spots covering the entire body. The underside of the eel is also gold in color, and the tail is outlined in black, which gives it its name. Like other Moray eels, it has a very thick body and will typically hide in the rocks with its gaping mouth out in plain view.
It requires a 125-gallon or larger aquarium with suitable shelter to conceal itself until it becomes acclimated. In time, it will have its head out in the open, or will lie out in full view. The aquarium must be equipped with a tight-fitting lid to discourage escape. Caution must be taken with this eel, as it will eat just about anything that it can catch and fit into its mouth, including fish and invertebrates.
The Black Edge Moray Eel's diet consists of live feeder fish, squid, and octopus, and may eat the other fish in the aquarium.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small 8" to 12" Medium 12" to 16" Large 16" to 24"