Snowflake Moray Eel

Snowflake Moray Eel

Echidna nebulosa

Also known as: Snowflake Eel

🧂 Saltwater ⚡ Semi-aggressive 🟡 Moderate 🥩 Carnivore Reef Safe (Caution)

White eel with black snowflake-like markings. One of the most beginner-friendly moray eels. Blunt teeth designed for crustaceans.

Tank Size

55 gal
minimum (75+ preferred)

Temperature

74–82°F
23–28°C

pH Range

8–8.4
water acidity

Max Size

24"
61.0 cm

Lifespan

15+ years
typical in captivity

Swim Level

Bottom
preferred zone

Care Notes

Expert escape artist — every tiny gap in the lid must be sealed. Eats crustaceans (shrimp, crabs). Peaceful toward fish it can't eat.

Feeding

Frozen shrimp (shell on), silversides, and squid. Feed with tongs — poor eyesight can lead to accidental bites.

Compatible Tank Mates

None identified.

Use Caution With

Blue Tang 12" Naso Tang 18" Blonde Naso Tang 16" Mimic Tang 10" Chevron Tang 10" Orange Shoulder Tang 14" Desjardin's Sailfin Tang 16" Atlantic Blue Tang 15" Pacific Sailfin Tang 15" Emperor Angelfish 15" French Angelfish 15" Majestic Angelfish 12"

Incompatible With

Ocellaris Clownfish 3" True Percula Clownfish 3" Maroon Clownfish 6" Blue Green Chromis 3" Yellowtail Damselfish 2.5" Blue Devil Damselfish 3" Yellow Tang 8" Kole Tang 7" Powder Blue Tang 9" Clarkii Clownfish 5" Tomato Clownfish 5" Scopas Tang 8"

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