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Fire Eel
Mastacembelus erythrotaenia
Advanced Semi-Aggressive fish freshwater
About
Large spiny eel with vivid red and orange lateral markings. Escape artist; needs sealed tank with sand substrate.
Water Parameters
Temperature
75 - 82 °F
Ideal: 76 - 82 °F
pH
6 - 7
GH (Hardness)
3 - 12 dGH
Quick Facts
Max Size
36"
Min Tank Size
125 gallons
Diet
carnivore
Swimming Zone
bottom
Bioload
high
Category
eel