Fire Eel
Mastacembelus erythrotaenia — Spectacular spiny eel reaching 3ft; needs soft substrate, tight lid, eats inverts and small fish.
Care at a glance
| Scientific name | Mastacembelus erythrotaenia |
|---|---|
| Type | oddball |
| Adult size | 36" |
| Minimum tank | 120 gal |
| Group size | 1+ |
| Temperament | semi_aggressive |
| Temperature | 75-82°F |
| pH | 6.5-7.5 |
| GH | 5-15 |
| Diet | Frozen/live worms, meaty foods |
| Swimming zone | bottom |
| Care level | moderate |
| Plant-safe | No |