Common name: Snake Eels

Ophichthidae, commonly known as snake eels or worm eels, are a family of elongated, burrowing fish that inhabit sandy or muddy sea floors. They are notable for their long, slender bodies and reduced fins. While not common in the average reef tank, some hobbyists may keep smaller species that adapt well to aquarium life. They require a deep sand bed for burrowing and a secure lid as they are skilled escape artists. Their diet typically consists of meaty foods like shrimp and fish. It's important to research individual species for compatibility and specific care requirements.

1. Common name: Atlantic Mud Eel

   Scientific name: Brachysomophis atlanticus
2. 
   Common name: Crocodile snake eel

   Scientific name: Brachysomophis crocodilinus
3. 
   Common name: Crocodile snake eel

   Scientific name: Brachysomophis henshawi
4. 
   Common name: Yellow-spotted snake-eel

   Scientific name: Callechelys lutea
5. 
   Common name: Marbled snake eel

   Scientific name: Callechelys marmorata
6. 
   Common name: halfbanded snake eel

   Scientific name: Leiuranus semicinctus
7. 
   Common name: sharptail eel

   Scientific name: Myrichthys breviceps
8. 
   Common name: Barred snake eel

   Scientific name: Myrichthys colubrinus
9. 
   Common name: Tiger snake-eel

   Scientific name: Myrichthys maculosus
10. 
    Common name: Snake eel

    Scientific name: Myrichthys ocellatus
11. 
    Common name: Napoleon snake eel

    Scientific name: Ophichthus bonaparti
12. 
    Common name: Snake-eel

    Scientific name: Ophichthus cephalozona
13. 
    Common name: Snake-eel

    Scientific name: Ophichthus ophis
14. 
    Common name: Many-eyed snake-eel

    Scientific name: Ophichthus polyophthalmus
15. 
    Common name: Burrowing snake eel

    Scientific name: Pisodonophis cancrivorus