Half Banded Spiny Eel Care Guide
Macrognathus circumcinctus
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Bioload Score
4000
Semi-AggressiveAdvancedFreshwater
- Max Size
- 20.0 cm / 7.9"
- Temperature
- 22–28°C (72–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 100L (26 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Southeast Asia
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Carnivorous; prefers live foods but can adapt to frozen varieties.
Community Compatibility
Best in a tank with hiding spots and a soft substrate, can be shy.
Good to Know
Half Banded Spiny Eels are known for their unique appearance and burrowing behavior, requiring a well-structured habitat.
Gender Differences
Sexual dimorphism is minimal.
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