Tanganyikan Spiny Eel Care Guide
Mastacembelus ellipsifer
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Bioload Score
8000
Semi-AggressiveAdvancedFreshwater
- Max Size
- 25.0 cm / 9.8"
- Temperature
- 24–28°C (76–82°F)
- pH Range
- 8.0 – 9.0
- Min Tank Size
- 180L (48 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Lake Tanganyika
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Carnivorous; preys on small fish and crustaceans.
Community Compatibility
Best kept with other large, robust species from Lake Tanganyika.
Good to Know
The Tanganyikan Spiny Eel is notable for its slender body and sharp spines, making it a unique addition to specialized cichlid tanks.
Gender Differences
Males have a more elongated head.
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