{"id":12399,"date":"2026-02-17T23:17:36","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T23:17:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/sideria-eel-sideria-picta\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T23:17:37","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T23:17:37","slug":"sideria-eel-sideria-picta","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=sideria-eel-sideria-picta","title":{"rendered":"Sideria Eel Sideria Picta"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"130\">Sideria Eel \u2013 <em data-start=\"113\" data-end=\"128\">Sideria picta<\/em><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"132\" data-end=\"442\"><strong data-start=\"132\" data-end=\"145\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"148\" \/>The Sideria Eel is a <strong data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"201\">visually striking marine eel<\/strong> known for its <strong data-start=\"216\" data-end=\"272\">slender body adorned with intricate spotted patterns<\/strong>, giving it a unique and attractive appearance. Its shy and secretive nature makes it a fascinating addition to well-established aquariums with plenty of hiding spaces.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"609\"><strong data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"455\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"455\" data-end=\"458\" \/>Native to the <strong data-start=\"472\" data-end=\"495\">Indo-Pacific region<\/strong>, commonly found among coral reefs and rocky crevices across Indonesia, the Philippines, and northern Australia.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"793\"><strong data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"623\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"626\" \/>Carnivorous \u2013 feeds on <strong data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"706\">small fish, crustaceans, and other meaty marine foods<\/strong>. In captivity, offer <strong data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"790\">shrimp, squid, clams, and other frozen marine preparations<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"1004\"><strong data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"810\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"813\" \/>Best housed with <strong data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"864\">larger, non-aggressive species<\/strong>. Avoid small fish and invertebrates that may be considered prey. Suitable for <strong data-start=\"943\" data-end=\"1001\">species-specific or carefully managed community setups<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1130\"><strong data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1021\">Aggression:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1024\" \/><strong data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1053\">Semi-aggressive\/predatory<\/strong> \u2013 generally peaceful with larger tank mates but will hunt smaller animals.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1297\"><strong data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1153\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1156\" \/><strong data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1168\">Advanced<\/strong> \u2013 requires a <strong data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1259\">well-established aquarium with secure rockwork and plenty of hiding spots<\/strong> to replicate natural reef crevices.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1322\"><strong data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1320\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1451\">\n<li data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1361\">\n<p data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1361\">Temperature: <strong data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1359\">72\u201378\u00b0F (22\u201326\u00b0C)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1381\">\n<p data-start=\"1364\" data-end=\"1381\">pH: <strong data-start=\"1368\" data-end=\"1379\">8.1\u20138.4<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1411\">\n<p data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1411\">Salinity: <strong data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1409\">1.020\u20131.025<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1451\">\n<p data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1451\">Minimum Tank Size: <strong data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1449\">125+ gallons<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1631\">The <strong data-start=\"1457\" data-end=\"1472\">Sideria Eel<\/strong> is a <strong data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1513\">unique and captivating predator<\/strong>, perfect for experienced aquarists seeking a <strong data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1600\">shy yet visually striking centerpiece<\/strong> for a large marine aquarium.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sideria Eel \u2013 Sideria picta Overview:The Sideria Eel is a visually striking marine eel known for its slender body adorned with intricate spotted patterns, giving it a unique and attractive appearance. Its shy and secretive nature makes it a fascinating addition to well-established aquariums with plenty of hiding spaces. 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