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About Green Moray
The green moray is a large, heavy-bodied eel with a greenish coloration caused by a yellow skin base and blue mucus coating. It has a relatively blunt head, small eyes, and large gill openings. Adults reach up to 5 feet in length and are among the largest moray eels in the Atlantic.
Key facts
- Reef safety
- Not Reef Safe
- Origin
- Western Atlantic, from Florida and the Bahamas south through the Caribbean to Brazil. Found in reef and rocky environments at depths of 5–200 meters.
- Diet Details
- Feed meaty foods such as frozen-thawed squid, shrimp, and fish. Offer 2–3 times per week once established. Use a feeding stick or tongs to avoid accidental bites, as green morays have poor eyesight and may mistake hands for food.
- Common Health Issues
- Starvation if not feeding, bacterial infections of wounds, parasites if stressed
- Appearance
- The green moray is a large, heavy-bodied eel with a greenish coloration caused by a yellow skin base and blue mucus coating. It has a relatively blunt head, small eyes, and large gill openings. Adults reach up to 5 feet in length and are among the largest moray eels in the Atlantic.
- Temperament
- Aggressive
- Min tank size
- 180 gallons
- Difficulty Level
- Green morays are extremely challenging for most hobbyists. They require a very large tank (minimum 180 gallons), can be aggressive toward other fish and invertebrates, and have specific feeding and environmental needs. They are best attempted only by experienced aquarists with dedicated systems.
- Care Level
- Expert
- Family
- Muraenidae
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-82°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.02-1.025
- Diet
- carnivore
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