{"product_id":"black-ribbon-eel","title":"Black Ribbon Eel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note that we can only ship via airfreight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1o0bqv3\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"29\"\u003eBlack Ribbon Eel Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"30\" data-end=\"399\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"30\" data-end=\"50\"\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"51\" data-end=\"74\"\u003eRhinomuraena quaesita\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"74\" data-end=\"77\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"94\"\u003eCommon names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black Ribbon Eel, Ribbon Moray, Ribbon Eel\u003cbr data-start=\"137\" data-end=\"140\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"155\"\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to around \u003cstrong data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"183\"\u003e100–130 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, but very slender\u003cbr data-start=\"201\" data-end=\"204\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"219\"\u003eCare level:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"235\"\u003eExpert only\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"238\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"238\" data-end=\"254\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shy, secretive, predatory\u003cbr data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"283\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"297\"\u003eReef safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e With caution\u003cbr data-start=\"310\" data-end=\"313\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"313\" data-end=\"322\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivore\u003cbr data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"335\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"348\"\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mature marine aquariums with experienced keepers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"771\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"425\"\u003eBlack Ribbon Eel\u003c\/strong\u003e is the juvenile\/young stage of the Ribbon Moray, known for its long, ribbon-like body, black colouration, yellow dorsal stripe, and distinctive flared nostrils. In the wild, they are usually found hidden in sand, rubble, or reef crevices, often with only the head showing. They naturally feed on small fish. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"719ij8\" data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"790\"\u003eAquarium Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003eThis is a beautiful but \u003cstrong data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"844\"\u003edifficult species to keep\u003c\/strong\u003e. Many ribbon eels refuse prepared foods when first imported, so they should only be kept by experienced marine hobbyists. A mature, stable system is very important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1041\"\u003eRecommended aquarium size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1044\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9ktsvl\" data-start=\"1044\" data-end=\"1088\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1058\"\u003eMinimum:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300 L for smaller specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xe9oxu\" data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1091\" data-end=\"1105\"\u003ePreferred:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500 L+ for long-term care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1263\"\u003eThe tank must have a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003every tight-fitting lid\u003c\/strong\u003e, as ribbon eels are excellent escape artists and can squeeze through small gaps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1836o3w\" data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1295\"\u003eSuggested Water Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1296\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16hgn7h\" data-start=\"1296\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003eTemperature: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003e24–27°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vaei4t\" data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003eSalinity: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003e1.023–1.026 SG\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rc8d6l\" data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003epH: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003e8.0–8.4\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"thloxq\" data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1390\"\u003eKH: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1390\"\u003e8–12 dKH\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ko0kd8\" data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003eAmmonia\/Nitrite: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003e0\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"noqdii\" data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003eNitrate: Keep as low as possible, ideally \u003cstrong data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003eunder 20 ppm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"asgjbl\" data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003eTank Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1544\"\u003eProvide plenty of hiding spaces. They do best with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"1705\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"umm616\" data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003eDeep rockwork caves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"69klhk\" data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003ePVC pipe tunnels hidden under rock or sand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"104wfql\" data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1626\"\u003eSandy areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1oxeprz\" data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003eLow-stress tank mates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yjru6p\" data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"1676\"\u003eGentle to moderate flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zot3zg\" data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1705\"\u003eDimmer shaded hiding areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1772\"\u003eThey are often shy at first and may only come out during feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1tvu7dw\" data-start=\"1774\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1786\" data-end=\"1905\"\u003eRibbon eels are carnivores and can be difficult to get feeding. Offer food using long feeding tongs or a feeding stick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1907\" data-end=\"1926\"\u003eGood foods include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1928\" data-end=\"2024\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xgcp3r\" data-start=\"1928\" data-end=\"1941\"\u003eSilversides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18m102h\" data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"1953\"\u003eLancefish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wqlw5w\" data-start=\"1954\" data-end=\"1973\"\u003eMarine fish flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xltfpl\" data-start=\"1974\" data-end=\"1995\"\u003ePrawn\/shrimp pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1789ueq\" data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"2003\"\u003eSquid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tsprll\" data-start=\"2004\" data-end=\"2012\"\u003eMussel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xmyedy\" data-start=\"2013\" data-end=\"2024\"\u003eClam meat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2026\" data-end=\"2166\"\u003eFeed around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2060\"\u003e2–3 times per week\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on body condition. Avoid overfeeding, as uneaten meaty foods can quickly pollute the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"purqi0\" data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2185\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2267\"\u003eBest kept with peaceful to semi-peaceful fish that are too large to be swallowed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2288\"\u003eAvoid keeping with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2290\" data-end=\"2456\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"49idaz\" data-start=\"2290\" data-end=\"2307\"\u003eVery small fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13iidy4\" data-start=\"2308\" data-end=\"2346\"\u003eCleaner shrimp and ornamental shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1puuj21\" data-start=\"2347\" data-end=\"2370\"\u003eSmall gobies\/blennies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xji75b\" data-start=\"2371\" data-end=\"2392\"\u003eAggressive triggers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qdaf2h\" data-start=\"2393\" data-end=\"2402\"\u003ePuffers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"e1106f\" data-start=\"2403\" data-end=\"2418\"\u003eLarge wrasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"x6b3c5\" data-start=\"2419\" data-end=\"2456\"\u003eFish that may nip or harass the eel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2458\" data-end=\"2543\"\u003eThey are generally safe with corals, but \u003cstrong data-start=\"2499\" data-end=\"2542\"\u003enot safe with small fish or crustaceans\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1lama3c\" data-start=\"2545\" data-end=\"2567\"\u003eColour Change Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2568\" data-end=\"2770\"\u003eBlack ribbon eels are usually juveniles\/young males. 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