Question about eels

[Dave1993]

Hi so i'm going to start up my 1st ever Saltwater aquarium next year and very interested in the banana eel the thing is i don't trust my floor and i can only really go to 60 gallon max but the question is would i be able keep a banana eel in a 60 gallon tank as the only fish and if not why here is some links that dont make sense to me

https://www.liveaquaria.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=15+29+1689&pcatid=1689

1st 1 jeweled moray eel grows same size as the banana eel yet requires 50 gallon tank minimum

https://www.liveaquaria.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=15+29+1423&pcatid=1423

2nd same size as jeweled moray eel but requires more than double the aquarium size

could i get some explanation on this any information appreciated.

 

[Sniperhank]

There are loads of reasons for increased tank size, from activity to even diet. Liveaquaria has the most spot on tank size recommendations in my experience, so I would go with what they say.

With that said, eels are very good escape artists. You will need a tight fitting lid on this tank or you'll end up loosing it form carpet surfing.