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About Pointed-Tail Snake Eel
Ophichthus apicalis is an elongate, eel-like fish with a slender tan to yellowish body. It is distinguished by a pointed tail (hence "Pointed-Tail Snake Eel") and small, inconspicuous eyes adapted for benthic life.
Key facts
- Feeding Schedule
- Every 2-3 days
- Max Size
- 32
- Aka
- Bluntnose Snake-Eel
- Care Requirements
- • 100 gallon tank minimum; prefers deep sand bed for burrowing • Nocturnal predator; may consume small fish and invertebrates • Requires high-quality filtration and stable water parameters (72–78°F) • Provide hiding spots and dim lighting; feeds on small crustaceans and fish
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.02-1.025
- Diet
- carnivore
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
- Min tank size
- 100 gallons
- Family
- Ophichthidae
- Care Level
- Expert
- Common Health Issues
- Marine ich, Fin rot, Swim bladder disorder, Bacterial infections, Parasitic infestations
- Appearance
- Ophichthus apicalis is an elongate, eel-like fish with a slender tan to yellowish body. It is distinguished by a pointed tail (hence "Pointed-Tail Snake Eel") and small, inconspicuous eyes adapted for benthic life.
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