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Fire Eel
The Fire Eel is not a true eel, but an elongated freshwater fish with spines. It is dark brown in color with a lighter belly and several red stripes along the body. As the Fire Eel is a burrowing fish a fine gravel substrate is ideal. This particular fish is best kept as the only Fire Eel in the tank with other larger fish. As with any long slender fish, a tight aquarium lid is recommended to prevent escape.
Fire Eel
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Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Family: Mastacembelidae
Native To: South East Asia
Diet: Carnivore
Adult Size: Up to 24"
Temperature: 72° - 82° F
Care Level: Moderate
Tank Size: 50+ gallons
Scientific Name: Mastacembelus erythoraenia
Environment: Freshwater
- Not a true eel, but an elongated fish with spines
- Needs fine, non-abrasive substrate for burrowing
- Does best as the only Fire Eel in a tank, and needs a tight fitting lid to prevent escape
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