African Pompano
NameAfrican Pompano
Scientific NameAlectis ciliaris
Common NamesAfrican Pompano, Threadfin Trevally, Ciliated Trevally, Pennantfish
FamilyCarangidae
OriginAtlantic Ocean, Indian Ocean, Pacific Ocean, Tropical Waters Worldwide
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)2000
Max Size (Inches)59
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large jacks, Large groupers, Sharks (in public aquarium settings)
Description
The African Pompano is a large, silvery marine fish known for its distinctive long, filamentous fin rays as a juvenile, which recede with age. It is a fast-swimming predator found in tropical and subtropical waters worldwide. Due to its immense size and active nature, it is exclusively suited for very large public aquariums.
