Overview
The Dragon Moray Eel (Enchelycore pardalis) is a advanced saltwater species known for its red-orange, white spots, horn nostrils coloration. Colorful with horn-like nostrils. Bottom.
Origin & Appearance
Origin: Indo-Pacific.
Colors: Red-Orange, White spots, Horn nostrils.
Body Shape: Filiform (eel-like/snake). Typical adult dimensions: 90.0 x 5.4 x 5.4.
Sexual Dimorphism: Minimal.
Tank & Water Requirements
| Min Tank Size | 125 gallons |
| Temperature | 75–81°F |
| pH Range | 8.1–8.4 |
| Water Hardness (GH) | dKH 8-12 |
| Bioload | very-high |
| Oxygen Demand | high |
| Plant Safe | mostly |
| Aquarium Position | Bottom |
Behavior & Activity
Head-from-cave predator; body anchored in rockwork; gaping jaw threat display; nocturnal reef-threading hunts
Speed: 35/100Aggression: 5/10nocturnal
Breeding
Difficult; not bred in home aquaria
Common Diseases
💊 Hardy💊 escape artist
Expert Notes
Colorful with horn-like nostrils; impressive display