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Peacock Eel

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Science DictionaryCommon NamePeacock Eel Other Common Names-- Scientific NameMacrognathus siamensis FamilyMastacembelidae CommunityGeneral ClassEels Temperature78ºF Swimming RangeBottom Adult Length9 inches Feeding HabitsPrefers small live foods such as crustaceans, earthworms, fish, crickets, mealworms, blood worms, glass worms, brine shrimp and tubifex worms. Frozen blood worms, brine shrimp, beef heart, plankton and glass worms are also accepted. CompatibilityPeaceful with the same sized fish, but will eat smaller fish. HabitatThailand: Decorate heavily with rocks, driftwood and live plants. BreedingUnknown Additional CommentsDo to their adult length these are the best eels for a community aquarium. Small lobsters, crayfish, shrimp and crabs are not recommended for tankmates as they will be eaten by the eel.
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