Invertebrates

June 2, 2025

Invertebrates:

Snowflake Moray Eel

(Echidna nebulosa )

This nocturnal eel’s marbled pattern hides a voracious appetite for crustaceans. Though harmless to humans, its sharp teeth demand respect—best observed, not touched!

This nocturnal eel’s marbled pattern hides a voracious appetite for crustaceans. Though harmless to humans, its sharp teeth demand respect—best observed, not touched!

Care & Compatibility

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Habitat

Snowflake Moray Eels inhabit the tropical Indo-Pacific waters, typically found in coral reefs, rocky crevices, and shallow lagoons at depths of 1-25 meters. They prefer areas with plenty of hiding spots and caves.

Diet

Carnivorous predators that feed primarily on crustaceans, small fish, and cephalopods. In captivity, they should be fed frozen shrimp, silversides, and other meaty marine foods.

Physical Characteristics
  • Adult size: 60-75 cm
  • White body with black snowflake-like patterns
  • Snake-like elongated body
  • Large mouth with sharp teeth
  • Excellent sense of smell
Aquarium Requirements
  • Minimum tank size: 300 liters
  • Water temperature: 24-27°C
  • pH: 8.1-8.4
  • Requires secure lid (excellent escape artists)
  • Needs caves and crevices for hiding
  • Should not be kept with small fish or invertebrates

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