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	Black Ribbon Eel - Rhinomuraena quaesita
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Main Features 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.