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Peacock Spiney Eel

 

Family Name:  Mastacembelidae

Scientific Name: Macrognathus aculeatus

Origin: Asia

Maximum Adult Size: Around 15 Inches

Temperament: Peaceful

Time Active: Nocturnal

Ideal P.H: 6.5 - 7.5

Ideal Temp: 23°c - 26°c

Ideal Salinity: Freshwater. 1 Tablespoon Of Salt Per Gallon Is Ideal Though

Diet: Live Food. Worms, Ghost Shrimp, Small Fish, Etc

Tank Region: Bottom Dweller

Gender Differences: Females Are Larger And More Rounded When Fully Grown

Breeding: Possible But Uncommon And Difficult

Lifespan: Unknown

Ideal Tankmates: Peaceful Species Who Are Large Enough To Not Be Eaten

Notes: The peacock spiny eel is not a true eel. It is the smallest of the spiny eels and commonly seen in the aquarium trade. Peacock spiny eels are shy and prefer dimly lit tanks which are heavily planted with plenty of hiding places. This can also help eliminate some of their elusiveness and provoke them to remain unhidden during the day. The substrate should be fine, ideally sand, as they like to burrow. With time peacock spiny eels can be trained to eat from their owner's hand. Most specimens will refuse flakes and even frozen foods so a constant supply of live food is a must.



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