Banded Rudderfish
NameBanded Rudderfish
Scientific NameSeriola zonata
Common NamesBanded Rudderfish, Amberjack
FamilyCarangidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)40
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)65-75
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large jacks, Large groupers, Large snappers
Description
The Banded Rudderfish is a large, fast-swimming marine predator belonging to the jack family. Juveniles exhibit prominent dark vertical bands, which gradually fade as they mature into a more uniform silvery-blue coloration. These fish are highly active and require immense space, making them suitable almost exclusively for public aquariums.
