Auction – Tiger Moray Eel – Monster 75cm!

A tiger moray eel, also known as the freshwater leopard moray eel, requires a large, spacious aquarium with a soft sand substrate, lots of hiding places, and a moderate water current. The water temperature should be between 24–28°C.

Tank size

• A single adult eel needs a minimum of 75–100 gallons
• Larger tanks are better for dealing with waste

Tank setup

• Include live rock for hiding places
• Provide a gentle current along the sand bed
• Add areas of moderate water movement and some quieter resting areas
• MUST HAVE secure lids, if you don’t, they will jump out… you have been warned!

Water conditions

• Maintain a high KH
• Perform frequent partial water changes to keep nitrate levels low
• Consider adding saltwater to improve long-term health

Diet

• Feed the eel 2–3 times a week
• Offer large live or frozen foods like fish, squid, shrimp, earthworms, krill, prawns, and mussel
• Avoid feeding pork, which is too fat

Tankmates

• Avoid housing them with small, slow-moving fish
• They may be kept in groups with other placid species that are too large to swallow

Handling

• Avoid handling the eel directly, as they can be stressed easily
• Use tongs or a net if necessary for cleaning or maintenance