African Moony
NameAfrican Moony
Scientific NameMonodactylus sebae
Common NamesAfrican Moony, African Fingerfish, Sebae Monos, Sebae Fingerfish
FamilyMonodactylidae
OriginEast Africa, Red Sea, Indo-Pacific
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)125
Max Size (Inches)10
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range7.5-8.5
Compatible SpeciesScats, Archerfish (if salinity matches), Other Monos, Larger Gobies
Description
The African Moony is a striking, disc-shaped fish with a silver body adorned with prominent black vertical bands and yellow fins. Juveniles are often found in freshwater estuaries but transition to brackish and eventually full marine environments as they mature. They are schooling fish that thrive in groups and require a large aquarium.
