Overview
The Ribbon Eel / Blue Ribbon Eel (Rhinomuraena quaesita) is a advanced saltwater species known for its electric blue, yellow jaw coloration. Electric blue. Bottom.
Origin & Appearance
Origin: Indo-Pacific.
Colors: Electric Blue, Yellow jaw.
Body Shape: Filiform (eel-like/snake). Typical adult dimensions: 130.0 x 7.8 x 7.8.
Sexual Dimorphism: Minimal.
Tank & Water Requirements
| Min Tank Size | 79 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
Undulating ribbon-like movement from cave entrance; dramatic flowing swimming; mostly hides with head swaying in current
Speed: 30/100Aggression: 4/10nocturnal
Breeding
Very difficult; sequential hermaphrodite
Common Diseases
💊 Ich (marine)💊 velvet
Expert Notes
Electric blue; changes sex; very hard to feed