Skeletor Moray Eel (Echidna xanthospilos)

Why it is a Collector's Vault fish: The Skeletor Moray is rarely offered in the trade. Its deep brown body covered in crisp white spots, with bold white markings around the face, gives it a striking skull-like look that has made it a favorite with eel collectors.

Quick Facts

• Scientific name: Echidna xanthospilos
• Origin: Indo-Pacific
• Care level: Medium
• Reef safe: Yes (does not eat corals; will eat shrimp, crabs and small fish)
• Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
• Max size: 24-30 inches
• Minimum aquarium: 125 gallons
• Diet: Carnivore
• Water: 72-78°F, pH 8.1-8.4, specific gravity 1.020-1.025

Compatibility

• Good tankmates: Medium to large fish such as tangs, angelfish and larger wrasses
• Avoid: Shrimp, crabs and small fish, which may be eaten

Care Notes

• Mostly nocturnal; provide plenty of caves and secure rockwork to hide in
• A tight-fitting lid is required, as moray eels are skilled escape artists
• Leaves corals alone, but will hunt crustaceans
• Feed meaty foods such as shrimp, squid and clam a few times a week

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.