Japanese Dragon Eel
(Enchelycore pardalis)
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Japanese Dragon Eel
(Enchelycore pardalis)
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Quick Stats
Care Level
Easy
Temperament
Aggressive
Color Form
Black, Orange, White
Diet
Carnivore
Reef Compatible
With Caution
Family
Muraenidae
Lighting
Low
Minimum Tank Size
180 gallons
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Care Level
Easy
Temperament
Aggressive
Color Form
Black, Orange, White
Diet
Carnivore
Reef Compatible
With Caution
Family
Muraenidae
Lighting
Low
Minimum Tank Size
180 gallons
What do these Quick Stats mean? Click here for more information
Overview
The Japanese Dragon Eel, also known as the Dragon Moray Eel or Dragon Eel, was previously known as Enchelycore pardalis to scientists. It has a mottled orange, black, and white body accented by nostril flares and horns above the eyes giving this creature a menacing appearance.
It requires a 180 gallon or larger aquarium with suitable shelter to conceal itself until it becomes acclimated. In time, it will have its head out in the open or lie out in full view. The aquarium must be equipped with a tight-fitting lid to discourage escape.
The Japanese Dragon Eel diet consists of live feeder fish, squid, and octopus, and may eat the other fish in the tank.
Approximate Purchase Size: 12" and up
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Customer Testimonials
V.V. Garrett
Cleveland , OH
I have had these eels for about 6 years now. I have two, they were 15 inches when I got them, and now are around 33 inches. As adults they have two transparent horns on the top of their heads. They are bright orange to red and often look like monsters with their mouths open. Their teeth are long, sharp, and clear. They tend to be mean, so put big aggressive fish with them.
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