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Banded eel

Echidna polyzona

Neptune’s rating:

46
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  • Conservation StatusLeast Concern
  • DifficultyChallenging
  • HardinessResilient
  • Liters per Fish150 L
  • OriginIndo-pacific Region
  • pH7.0 - 8.3
  • PopularityUncommon
  • RarityRare
  • Temperature23.0 - 28.0 °C
  • Territorial BehaviourExtremely Territorial
  • VibrancyModerately Vibrant

Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.

More about Banded eel

The Banded eel (Echidna polyzona), also known as the Barred Moray Eel, features a distinct color pattern of black and white zebra-like stripes along its elongated body. Originating from the Indo-Pacific region, this species of moray eel is recognizable for its serpent-like appearance and small size compared to other moray eels. It is not one of the most commonly known species in the aquarium hobby but attracts interest for its unique appearance and behavior.

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