{"id":2027,"date":"2026-02-16T23:05:59","date_gmt":"2026-02-16T23:05:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/banded-snake-eel-myrichthys-colubrinus\/"},"modified":"2026-02-16T23:05:59","modified_gmt":"2026-02-16T23:05:59","slug":"banded-snake-eel-myrichthys-colubrinus","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=banded-snake-eel-myrichthys-colubrinus","title":{"rendered":"Banded Snake Eel Myrichthys Colubrinus"},"content":{"rendered":"

Banded Snake Eel \u2013 Myrichthys colubrinus<\/em><\/h3>\n

Overview:<\/strong>
The Banded Snake Eel is a slender, striking marine eel<\/strong> known for its distinctive alternating dark and light bands<\/strong> along its elongated body. Often burrowing in sandy substrates, it adds natural movement and visual interest to larger marine aquariums.<\/p>\n

Origin:<\/strong>
Native to the Indo-Pacific region<\/strong>, typically found in sandy plains near coral reefs<\/strong> across Indonesia, the Philippines, and northern Australia.<\/p>\n

Feeding:<\/strong>
Carnivorous \u2013 feeds on small crustaceans and meaty marine foods<\/strong>. In captivity, provide live or frozen shrimp, chopped seafood, and other suitable meaty foods<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Tank Mates:<\/strong>
Best kept with peaceful, larger species<\/strong>. Avoid small fish and invertebrates that may be treated as prey.<\/p>\n

Aggression:<\/strong>
Non-aggressive\/predatory<\/strong> \u2013 primarily burrowing and shy, hunting only small prey.<\/p>\n

Experience Level:<\/strong>
Advanced<\/strong> \u2013 requires a well-established aquarium with deep sand substrate for burrowing<\/strong> and secure hiding spaces.<\/p>\n

Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n