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The Snowflake Moray is one of the most popular and recognizable moray eels in the aquarium hobby. Easily identified by its cream-colored body covered in bold black and yellow blotches, this eel offers striking visual appeal along with a hardy, adaptable nature.
Unlike many fish-eating morays, the Snowflake Moray feeds primarily on crustaceans, making it one of the more manageable eel species for home aquariums. It is curious, interactive, and often visible during the day, frequently extending its head from rockwork and responding eagerly at feeding time.
Best suited for fish-only or predator-style systems, the Snowflake Moray thrives in well-established aquariums with secure rock structures and tight-fitting lids. With proper care, it is long-lived and becomes a true personality fish.
Scientific Name: Echidna nebulosa
Common Name: Snowflake Moray
Care Level: Intermediate
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Reef Safe: No (safe with corals but not with crustaceans)
Minimum Tank Size: 75 gallons
Adult Size: ~24–30 inches
Diet: Carnivore (shrimp, squid, clam, silversides, frozen meaty foods)
Feeding Frequency: 2–3 times per week
Lighting Requirement: Low to Moderate
Water Flow: Moderate
Temperature: 72–78°F
Salinity: 1.024–1.026 SG
pH: 8.1–8.4
Compatibility Notes: Suitable with medium to large fish; will consume shrimp, crabs, and other crustaceans.
Special Requirements: Escape-proof lid required; provide caves and secure rockwork for shelter.
The Snowflake Moray is one of the most popular and recognizable moray eels in the aquarium hobby. Easily identified by its cream-colored body covered in bold black and yellow blotches, this eel offers striking visual appeal along with a hardy, adaptable nature.
Unlike many fish-eating morays, the Snowflake Moray feeds primarily on crustaceans, making it one of the more manageable eel species for home aquariums. It is curious, interactive, and often visible during the day, frequently extending its head from rockwork and responding eagerly at feeding time.
Best suited for fish-only or predator-style systems, the Snowflake Moray thrives in well-established aquariums with secure rock structures and tight-fitting lids. With proper care, it is long-lived and becomes a true personality fish.
Scientific Name: Echidna nebulosa
Common Name: Snowflake Moray
Care Level: Intermediate
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Reef Safe: No (safe with corals but not with crustaceans)
Minimum Tank Size: 75 gallons
Adult Size: ~24–30 inches
Diet: Carnivore (shrimp, squid, clam, silversides, frozen meaty foods)
Feeding Frequency: 2–3 times per week
Lighting Requirement: Low to Moderate
Water Flow: Moderate
Temperature: 72–78°F
Salinity: 1.024–1.026 SG
pH: 8.1–8.4
Compatibility Notes: Suitable with medium to large fish; will consume shrimp, crabs, and other crustaceans.
Special Requirements: Escape-proof lid required; provide caves and secure rockwork for shelter.