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Black Ribbon Eel - Rhinomuraena quaesita
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RESTRICTED SPECIES: This species is very difficult to keep and should only be attempted by expert aquarists, or is a `delicate shipper.` Our Arrive Alive guarantee is not available on this item.

Black Ribbon Eel - Rhinomuraena quaesitaAlso known as: Ghost Ribbon Eel
Maximum Size: the Rhinomuraena quaesita grows up to 45 inches.
General Size Specifications: These eels will come to you generally in the 8 - 12 inch range.
Minimum Tank Size: The Black Ribbon Eel prefers a tank of at least 60 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swim.
Diet: The Rhinomuraena quaesita is a carnivore and likes to eat Prefers live feeder shrimp, can be coaxed to eat frozen foods with time and patience.
Level of Care: The Black Ribbon Eel is a high maintenance fish.
Behavior: The Black Ribbon Eel may act aggressively toward other fish.
Hardiness: This is not a hardy fish.
Water Conditions: Keep water quality high (SG 1.020 - 1.025, pH 8.1 - 8.4, Temp. 72 - 78° F).
Range: Indian Ocean.
General Notes: Needs plenty of places to hide. PVC pipe may help. Known to jump from open top tanks. Ribbon Eels are protandric hermaphrodites and will undergo a color metamorphasis. The juvenile is black with a yellow dorsal fin and will begin to change color roughly between 25 - 35 inches.

Note: Due to variations