🐍Peacock Eel (Macrognathus siamensis)
Freshwater Spiny Eel • Nocturnal Burrower • Peaceful Oddball Fish • Sand-Dwelling Species
 
📋 The Peacock Eel (Macrognathus siamensis) is a fascinating freshwater spiny eel admired for its eye-spot markings and secretive behavior.
This species is a true nocturnal burrower, spending daylight hours hidden beneath soft substrate and becoming active after lights-out.
Despite its eel-like appearance, it is a peaceful oddball fish that coexists well with calm, similarly sized tankmates.
As a specialized sand-dwelling species, it requires fine substrate and stable water conditions to thrive long-term.
 
💡 Highlights
✨ Distinct Peacock Eye Spots: Striking false-eye markings
🌙 Nocturnal Burrower: Most active at night
⚪ Peaceful Oddball Fish: Calm temperament
🪱 Sand-Dwelling Species: Needs fine substrate
📏 Elongated Eel-Like Body: Unique aquarium display fish