Big-head Pennah Croaker
NameBig-head Pennah Croaker
Scientific NamePennahia macrocephalus
Common NamesBig-head Pennah Croaker, Bighead Croaker
FamilySciaenidae
OriginIndo-West Pacific, East Africa, Red Sea, Persian Gulf, India, Southeast Asia, Australia, Japan
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)120
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarger Angelfish, Tangs, Groupers (with caution), Other Croakers, Snappers, Triggerfish (with caution)
Description
The Big-head Pennah Croaker (Pennahia macrocephalus) is a marine fish belonging to the drum and croaker family. Characterized by its silvery body and relatively large head, this predatory species inhabits coastal waters and estuaries across the Indo-West Pacific. It is a robust fish that requires a spacious marine aquarium with stable water parameters.
