Peacock Eel

Macrognathus siamensis

A smaller, peaceful spiny eel marked with eye-spots along the dorsal fin.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

73–82°F

pH

6–7.5

Hardness

4–15 dGH

Max size

9 in

Min tank

35 gal

Temperament

Peaceful

Social

Solitary

Swim level

Bottom

Diet

Carnivore

Care level

Intermediate

Lifespan

8-18 years

Breeding

Egg-layer

Suitability

Common

Origin

Southeast Asia

A manageable spiny eel for the larger community, spending the day buried in sand and emerging at night. Peaceful but eats tiny fish and shrimp. Provide soft sand, hiding spots, and a tight lid.