Spotted Codling

Cusk Eels have a similar body shape as Eels. Some species of Cusk Eel can grow quite large, research each species to ensure your aquarium is adequate. Cusk Eels should be added to large aquariums that are well established with plenty of room to swim. Juveniles inhabit shallow coral reefs while the adults are benthopelagic, mostly inhabiting the sandy, muddy ocean floor. Cusk Eels have also been found in freshwater and brackish waters. They are carnivorous primarily feeding on bony fish, crustaceans including crabs and shrimp. A diet of meaty based foods should be provided.

Spotted Codling are also known as the Spotted Hake. Their dorsal, caudal and anal fins are joined together much like eels. The Spotted Codling has an overall brown color with a white belly, a dark lateral line with a combination of pale to dark spots. Rarely seen in the aquarium trade. They can grow to a little over 16" however more commonly seen at up to 7".

We recommend a minimum aquarium size of 75 gallons or larger for this species.

Water conditions: Salinity 1.020 - 1.025, Temp (F) 72 - 78, pH 8.1 - 8.4, Alkalinity 8 - 12 dKH