Zig-zag eel vs Indonesian snakehead: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • The Indonesian snakehead is best kept in a species tank.
  • The Indonesian snakehead is aggressive towards other fish.
  • The Zig-zag eel is aggressive towards other fish.
  • An adult Indonesian snakehead is about 3 times the length of a Zig-zag eel and may eat it.
  • Both are comfortable at 22–27°C (72–81°F).
  • A pH of 6.5–7.5 suits both.

Side by side

Zig-zag eelIndonesian snakehead
Adult size38 cm (15 in)130 cm (51 in)
Minimum tank475 L (125 US gal)–
Temperature22–27°C (72–81°F)22–28°C (72–82°F)
pH6.5–7.56.5–7.5
TemperamentAggressiveAggressive
Community tankGoodNot suitable
Care levelEasyEasy
DietOmnivoreCarnivore

Species profiles