Atlantic Thread Herring
NameAtlantic Thread Herring
Scientific NameOpisthonema oglinum
Common NamesThread Herring, Atlantic Threadfin Herring
FamilyClupeidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)5000
Max Size (Inches)15
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)68-82
pH Range8.0-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large, peaceful schooling marine fish, Non-predatory pelagic species (in public aquariums)
Description
The Atlantic Thread Herring is a schooling, pelagic marine fish known for its silvery body and a distinctive long, filamentous ray on its dorsal fin. It is an important forage fish in the Western Atlantic, forming large schools near coastal areas. Due to its specialized needs for open swimming space and schooling behavior, it is not suitable for typical home aquariums.
