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About Vulture Snake Eel
Elongated, cylindrical body; greyish-blue coloration with large, white crescent mark on ventral side of pectoral fin and distinctive black spots along flanks.
Key facts
- Reef safety
- Reef Safe
- Appearance
- Elongated, cylindrical body; greyish-blue coloration with large, white crescent mark on ventral side of pectoral fin and distinctive black spots along flanks.
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Min tank size
- 100 gallons
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
- Care Requirements
- • Minimum 100 gallon tank for adults • Water temperature: 72-78°F (22-26°C) • pH: 8.1-8.4 • Specific gravity: 1.023-1.025 • Strong water flow and good filtration • Live rock, sand substrate • Hide and swimming space provided
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 75-80°F (24-27°C) pH: 8.0-8.4 Salinity: 1.021-1.025
- Family
- Ophichthidae
- Feeding Schedule
- Feed 2-3 times daily
- Care Level
- Expert
- Origin
- The Black-hooded Seadevil (Ichthyapus vulturis) is naturally found in the deep-sea environments of the Eastern Pacific Ocean, specifically off the coasts of Mexico and Central America, at depths ranging from 200 to 1,000 meters.
- Common Health Issues
- Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disease, Bacterial Infections, Fungal Infections
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