EEL - SHORTFIN FRESHWATER
June 21, 2019
by Web Support
Keeping Snapshot
Difficulty: IntermediateMax Growth Size: 100-150 cm
Temperament: Predatory, ignores fish it can't swallow!
Preferred Water Parameters
Temperature: 8-26 degrees celsius
pH Level: 6.8-8.0
General Hardness: Moderate
pH Level: 6.8-8.0
General Hardness: Moderate
Range
Coastal streams of Eastern Australia, also occurs in New Guinea.
Reproduction
Catadromous species: spends most of its life in freshwater and then migrates to sea to spawn.
Feeding
Carnivore, prefers live or frozen foods.
Additional Comments
Interesting 'oddball' for an unheated tank. Provide some hiding places and ensure the tank has an extremely tight fitting lid - Eels are master escape artists! Hardy and can become quite tame.
June 21, 2019
by Web Support
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