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Zig Zag Eel
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These gentle creatures are great inhabitants of small and large fish aquariums. They require live and frozen food, and will eat very small creatures such as fancy crystal red shrimp, but are safe for platies and tetras. Zig zag eels from Borneo only grow to four inches, and since they are small eels, in the aquarium as in nature, they need a hiding place to feel secure.
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Quick Facts
| Scientific Name | Mastacembelus sp. |
| Origin | Southeast Asia |
| Care Level | Easy |
| Temperament | Peaceful |
| Adult Size | Up to 6–7" |
| Lifespan | 8–10 years |
| Diet | Carnivore (small meaty foods) |
| Water Temperature | 72–82°F |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 |
| Group Size | Single |
| Shipping Size | Approx. 3" |
Care Guide
Tank setup: Spiny eels like to burrow, so give them a soft sand bottom, plants and hiding places. They are expert escape artists, so a tight-fitting lid is a must.
Feeding: Feed frozen foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp once a day. Some learn to take sinking pellets.
Tankmates: They are peaceful but will eat very small fish. Keep them with community fish too large to fit in their mouth.
Good to know: Spiny eels are not true eels. They love to burrow with just their head showing.
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