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Gymnothorax sp

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Common name: Yellow-headed moray eel. This fish has a cream snake-like body with a yellow head. This fish is nocturnal, so make sure to provide it with hiding places.

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Delivery price Europe
Fixed price €29 - Offered starting from €249 of living*
Minimum order amount for live products
50€ excluding shipping costs. For the well-being of the animals, do not make them travel alone.
Maintenance
Difficult
Temperament
Random
Food
Carnivore
Reef compatibility
Not compatible
Recommended number
Alone
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Maximum size
50 cm

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Reproduction
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Package information for the winter period
A hole is made in the cardboard to supply the chemical heater with oxygen.

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Gymnothorax sp – Yellowhead Moray for Reef Aquarium

Gymnothorax sp, commonly known as the yellowhead moray, is a species with a cream-colored serpentine body, whose head sports a bright yellow color, characteristic of its common name. Discreet during the day, it becomes much more active at nightfall, setting out in search of food in the crevices of the decor.

This impressive fish is reserved for aquarists with some experience, due to its solitary temperament and specific environmental needs. It's important to provide a setup composed of live rocks forming deep caves where it can hide during the day.

Maintenance Conditions

  • Minimum recommended volume: 400 liters
  • Temperature: 24°C to 27°C
  • pH: 8.0 to 8.4
  • Decor: many hiding spots, stacked rocks, shaded areas
  • Water flow: moderate

Behavior and Compatibility

The yellowhead moray is a nocturnal, solitary, and territorial fish. It must be kept in a perfectly closed aquarium to prevent any nocturnal escape. Cohabitation with small fish, shrimp, or crustaceans is not recommended, as it may consider them prey. However, it can cohabit with large, robust fish, provided there are enough hiding spots to limit interactions.

Diet

  • Pieces of shrimp, fish, mussels
  • Frozen food rich in protein
  • Feeding in the evening or just after lights out

Gymnothorax sp feeds exclusively on carnivorous food, which it detects thanks to its developed sense of smell. It's important to vary the diet to ensure good growth and maintain a healthy immune system.

Why Choose Gymnothorax sp?

  • Unusual fish with fascinating behavior
  • Unique color with a contrasting yellow head
  • Perfect for display aquariums with a nocturnal ambiance
  • Long lifespan if well cared for
  • Adds a mysterious presence to the reef decor

Gymnothorax sp – yellowhead moray is as captivating as it is demanding, reserved for experienced aquarists. Its serpentine silhouette and fluid movements make it an emblematic animal of large-volume reef aquariums.

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