🐍Black Spotted Eel (Macrognathus circumcinctus)
Freshwater Spiny Eel • Nocturnal Burrower • Peaceful Oddball Fish • Sand-Dwelling Species
 
📋 The Black Spotted Eel (Macrognathus circumcinctus) is an attractive freshwater spiny eel known for its dark body markings and secretive nature.
It is a true nocturnal burrower, spending much of the day hidden beneath soft substrate and emerging during low-light hours.
Despite its snake-like appearance, this eel is a peaceful oddball fish that does well with calm, non-aggressive tankmates.
As a specialized sand-dwelling species, it requires fine substrate, gentle flow, and stable water quality to thrive long-term.
 
💡 Highlights
✨ Black Spotted Pattern: Distinct dark banding and spots
🌙 Nocturnal Burrower: Most active at night
⚪ Peaceful Oddball Fish: Calm and non-aggressive
🪱 Sand-Dwelling Species: Needs soft substrate
📏 Elongated Eel-Like Body: Unique aquarium inhabitant