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Snowflake Eel

Echidna nebulosa

The Snowflake eel is one of the most interesting, active and easy to keep of all marine eels making it popular to beginners and experienced aquarists alike. Multiple specimens can be kept together if introduced simultaneously.

It requires a tank of 200 litres or larger with plenty of hiding places and a firmly attached lid as they are known to escape. Does Ok in a reef aquarium and doesn't bother corals, but can topple them over if not firmly attached to the rockwork, but will eat crustaceans and small fish. They don't adapt well to frozen foods and can be hand fed with a feeding stick.

Approximate Purchase Size: Medium 15cm - 20cm

Due to variations within each species, your aquatic life may not look identical to the image provided.

Snowflake Eel (Echidna nebulosa)
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Fish Statistics

Minimum Tank Size:
200 litres
Diet:
Carnivore
Origin:
Indo-Pacific, Hawaii
Temp (C):
22-27 C
Max Size:
50cm
Family:
Muraenidae
Reef Compatible:
With Caution
Temperament:
Semi-aggressive
pH:
8.1 - 8.4
Salinity:
1.020-1.025
Care Level:
Easy
Compatibility:
See Tank Mates Chart below

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