{"product_id":"japanese-dragon-eel-1","title":"Japanese Dragon Eel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Japanese Dragon Eel, *Enchelycore pardalis*, is a captivating and highly sought-after moray eel known for its striking appearance. Its body is typically a vibrant orange or reddish-brown adorned with intricate white or yellow spots and markings, giving it a dragon-like pattern. The head is often a contrasting color, and its prominent, sharp teeth are visible even when its mouth is closed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA minimum tank size of 75 gallons is recommended for a single Japanese Dragon Eel, with larger tanks being preferable to provide ample swimming space and territory. The aquarium must be securely covered as these eels are notorious escape artists. A deep sand bed and plenty of live rock with numerous crevices and caves are essential to provide hiding places and mimic their natural habitat. This species is not considered reef-safe as it will prey on smaller fish and invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the wild, the Japanese Dragon Eel is a nocturnal ambush predator. In the aquarium, it should be fed a varied diet of meaty foods such as frozen or fresh fish pieces (like silversides, krill, or squid), shrimp, and other marine crustaceans. They should be fed two to three times per week. Care should be taken when feeding, as they have a strong bite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the maximum size in the wild can exceed 3 feet, in a home aquarium, they typically reach a size of 2 to 2.5 feet. There are no readily apparent visual differences between males and females. Breeding in captivity is extremely rare and has not been successfully documented by hobbyists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enchelycore pardalis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aggressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not Reef Safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indo-Pacific\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Adult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Discover Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":53075753730337,"sku":"TT-6195-S","price":2000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":53075753763105,"sku":"TT-6195-M","price":2000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large","offer_id":53075753795873,"sku":"TT-6195-L","price":2000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0893\/4044\/4961\/files\/Japanese-Dragon-Eel-7.jpg?v=1784977681","url":"https:\/\/discoveraquaticsshop.com\/products\/japanese-dragon-eel-1","provider":"Discover Aquatics Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}