Fire Eel

Care requirements

• Minimum tank 96 × 24 in (240 × 60 cm) or larger.
• Adult size 39 in (1000 mm), excluding the tail
• Temperature 75–79°F (24–26°C)
• pH 6.5–7
• GH 5–12 dGH
• Ammonia and nitrite 0 ppm

Housing & compatibility

Small tankmates may be swallowed. Provide a secure cover, robust filtration, and adequate turning and swimming space for an adult.

Check the lid around hoses and cords. Leave enough smooth sand and cover for it to settle in.

Diet

Use a suitable complete carnivore pellet when accepted, with appropriate varied frozen or fresh invertebrate foods. Confirm feeding response and avoid relying on feeder fish.

Offer bite-sized Hikari Bio-Pure Frozen Blood Worms as part of a varied meaty diet, if accepted.