Silver Grunt (Unclassified silver)
Fish in the family Haemulidae. Easy care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Appearance
Elongated, slender body with a metallic silver sheen. Distinctive black markings on the dorsal and anal fins.
Diet and feeding
Zooplankton, small crustaceans (such as mysid shrimp), marine worms, and small fish in both wild and aquarium environments.
Difficulty and care for the Silver Grunt
Easy - Silver Grunt requires standard marine aquarium maintenance and intermediate fish keeping skills.
Common health issues
Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Bacterial Infections, Parasitic Infestations
Origin and habitat
Unclassified silver is naturally found in the Indo-Pacific region, including areas off the coasts of Australia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. The species inhabits coral reefs at depths ranging from 5 to 30 meters.
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