Black Edge Moray Eel
(Gymnothorax saxicola)
QUICK STATS
Minimum Tank Size: 125 gallons
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Reef Compatible: With Caution
Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, sg 1.020-1.025, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size: 2′
Color Form: Tan, Yellow
Diet: Carnivore
Compatibility: View Chart
Origin: Caribbean
Family: Muraenidae
Swim Level: Bottom

The Black Edge Moray Eel also known as the Ocellated Moray originates from the seagrass beds of the Caribbean ocean. It is brown in color with stunning golden spots covering the entire body. The underside of the eel is also gold in color, and the tail is outlined in black, which gives it its name. Like other Moray eels, it has a very thick body and will typically hide in the rocks with its gaping mouth out in plain view.

It requires a 125-gallon or larger aquarium with suitable shelter to conceal itself until it becomes acclimated. In time, it will have its head out in the open, or will lie out in full view. The aquarium must be equipped with a tight-fitting lid to discourage escape. Caution must be taken with this eel, as it will eat just about anything that it can catch and fit into its mouth, including fish and invertebrates.

The Black Edge Moray Eel’s diet consists of live feeder fish, squid, and octopus, and may eat the other fish in the aquarium.

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Golden Moray Eel
(Gymnothorax miliaris)
QUICK STATS
Minimum Tank Size: 125 gallons
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Aggressive
Reef Compatible: With Caution
Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, sg 1.020-1.025, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size: 2′
Color Form: Yellow
Diet: Carnivore
Origin: South America
Family: Muraenidae

The Golden Moray Eel comes from the reefs off of the coast of South America and can attain a length of up to 2 feet in the wild. Its coloration is a stunning yellow, and its body is thick and muscular like most morays. This is the same species as the Fire Coral Eel, but in its very rare yellow form.

Typically, the Golden Moray Eel is available as a juvenile, only a foot or so long. The Golden Moray Eel is also an escape artist, and will try to go through any small opening in the lid of the aquarium. Given these characteristics, and the fact it can inflict severe bites, the Golden Moray Eel should not be kept by most aquarists.

The diet of the Golden Moray Eel should include live fish and all meaty foods.

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Green Eel
(Gymnothorax funebris)
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Minimum Tank Size: 180 gallons
Care Level: Difficult
Temperament: Aggressive
Reef Compatible: With Caution
Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, sg 1.020-1.025, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size: 8′
Color Form: Green, Yellow
Diet: Carnivore
Origin: Caribbean
Family: Muraenidae
Reproduction: Egg Layer
Swim Level: Bottom

The Green Eel, also known as the Green Moray Eel, is yellow-green in color and can grow to over 7 feet in length in the wild.

In its natural range, the Green Eel poses a problem for divers who carelessly stick their hand into a crevice. In the aquarium, it can pose a major risk as well, especially as it grows.

Typically, the Green Eel is available as a juvenile, only a foot or so long. It grows quickly though, and will start consuming tank mates. It has also been known to bite its owner’s hands at feeding time.

The diet of the Green Eel should include live fish and all meaty foods.

There are accounts of individual specimens growing over five to six feet long in an aquarium. The Green Eel is also an escape artist, and will try to go through any small opening in the lid of the tank. Given these characteristics, and the fact it can inflict severe bites, the Green Eel should not be kept by most aquarists. It is best kept in public aquariums or in its natural habitat.

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Zebra Moray Eel
(Gymnomuraena zebra)
QUICK STATS
Minimum Tank Size: 125 gallons
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Aggressive
Reef Compatible: With Caution
Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, sg 1.020-1.025, pH 8.1-8.4
Color Form: Black, Red, Tan, White, Yellow
Diet: Carnivore
Origin: Indo-Pacific
Family: Muraenidae

The Zebra Moray Eel is an eyecatching and extremely docile species that derives its name from the bold pattern of bars on its body.

The Zebra Moray Eel is an ideal moray for the community fish tank. It poses no threat to its fish tank mates or the aquarist, and is often out and about during the day rather than at night. A 125 gallon or larger aquarium must be provided with crevices for hiding that are large enough to conceal the eel’s entire body.

The Zebra Moray Eel diet should include sizeable portions of meaty foods, fresh fish including clams, squid, scallops, and shrimp.

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Wolf Eel
(Congrogadus subducens)
QUICK STATS
Minimum Tank Size: 50 gallons
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Aggressive
Reef Compatible: With Caution
Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, sg 1.020-1.025, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size: 1′ 6″
Color Form: Tan
Diet: Carnivore
Origin: Indo-Pacific
Family: Congrogadidae

The Wolf Eel is often referred to as a Blenny. However, it is a pseudochromid (Dottyback). Its common names include Carpet Eel Blenny, Eared Eel Blenny, and Green Wolf Eel. Its body is a brownish color with highlights of green.

It requires a 50 gallon or larger aquarium with plenty of hiding places. The aquarium should have a tight-fitting lid to prevent escape. The Wolf Eel may be kept in a reef aquarium, but will eat smaller fish and crustaceans.

Its diet should include meaty foods such as small marine fish, chopped clam, and prawns in its diet.

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