Kidako Moray Eel (Gymnothorax kidako)

Why it is a Collector's Vault fish: The Kidako Moray comes from the western Pacific off Taiwan and Japan and is rarely offered outside Asia. Its striking pattern of gold markings over a deep red-brown body makes it a true showpiece for a predator aquarium.

Quick Facts

• Scientific name: Gymnothorax kidako
• Origin: Western Pacific (Taiwan to Japan)
• Care level: Medium
• Reef safe: Yes (does not eat corals; will eat fish, shrimp and crabs)
• Temperament: Aggressive
• Max size: 3 feet
• Minimum aquarium: 180 gallons
• Diet: Carnivore
• Water: 72-78°F, pH 8.1-8.4, specific gravity 1.020-1.025

Compatibility

• Good tankmates: Large, robust fish too big to swallow, such as triggers, groupers and large angelfish
• Avoid: Small fish, shrimp and crabs, which it will eat

Care Notes

• Needs a tight-fitting, escape-proof lid
• Provide rockwork with caves and tunnels to hide in
• Feed meaty foods such as squid, shrimp and fish 2-3 times a week, using feeding tongs

How to Buy, Pickup & Shipping

• Conditioned (7-Day Hold): your fish usually reaches us the day after you order. We then hold it for at least 7 days to inspect it, make sure it is eating and check for any sign of disease before it goes home with you. Covered by our Collector's Vault Guarantee.
• Direct - Save 15%: released as soon as it arrives, with no conditioning period. Sold as-is with no live arrival or health guarantee.
• Store pickup in Sugar Land, or $100 flat-rate FedEx Priority Overnight shipping within the continental U.S. (ships Monday through Thursday; weather holds as needed).
• Full terms: Collector's Vault Shipping & Guarantee.