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About Japanese Snake Eel
Elongated eel-like body (up to 120 cm). Yellowish brown dorsally, white ventrally. Distinctive dark bar across eyes and another along sides of head and body. Found in the Western Pacific Ocean.
Key facts
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Diet Details
- Krill, small fish, marine worms, shrimp, squid, and sea copepods (in both wild and aquarium settings).
- Reef safety
- Reef Safe
- Origin
- Ophichthus erabo is naturally found in the Indo-Pacific region, primarily along the coasts of Indonesia and the Philippines. They are typically found at depths between 30 to 65 meters.
- Common Health Issues
- Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disease, Bacterial Infections, Parasitic Infestations
- Appearance
- Elongated eel-like body (up to 120 cm). Yellowish brown dorsally, white ventrally. Distinctive dark bar across eyes and another along sides of head and body. Found in the Western Pacific Ocean.
- Care Level
- Expert
- Family
- Ophichthidae
- Min tank size
- 100 gallons
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
- Diet
- carnivore
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 75-80°F (24-27°C) pH: 8.0-8.4 Salinity: 1.021-1.025
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