| Scientific Name | Rhinomuraena quaesita |
|---|---|
| Identification | Juveniles black; males bright blue with yellow; females turn yellow then white. Paper-thin ribbon-like body. |
| Maximum Length | 51 inches |
| Origin | Indo-Pacific |
| Minimum Tank Size | 55 gallons |
| Reef Compatibility | Reef safe (rarely eats fish) |
Behavior
Fascinating but notoriously difficult to keep long-term. Spends most of the time in a single burrow.
Diet & Feeding
Carnivore. Primarily eats live small fish and shrimp in the wild; very challenging to wean onto frozen foods.
Cautions
Expert level only. Very high mortality in captivity; often refuses to eat prepared foods and slowly wastes away.