Ambon Emperor
NameAmbon Emperor
Scientific NameLethrinus amboinensis
Common NamesAmbon Emperor, Ambon Emperor Bream, Ambon Emperor Fish
FamilyLethrinidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Western Pacific Ocean, Indonesia, Philippines, Papua New Guinea, Australia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)300
Max Size (Inches)30
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Groupers, Snappers, Large Angelfish, Tangs (in very large tanks), Triggerfish (cautiously)
Description
The Ambon Emperor (*Lethrinus amboinensis*) is a large, robust marine fish found throughout the Indo-Pacific. It typically exhibits a silvery-grey body, sometimes with faint darker blotches, and a prominent eye. This predatory species is a bottom-dweller, feeding on a variety of crustaceans, mollusks, and small fish.
