Bigeye Ocean Perch
NameBigeye Ocean Perch
Scientific NameHelicolenus dactylopterus
Common NamesBigeye Ocean Perch, Blackbelly Rosefish, Bigeye Rockfish, Blue-mouth Rockfish
FamilyScorpaenidae
OriginAtlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)240
Max Size (Inches)20
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)40-55
pH Range7.8-8.4
Description
The Bigeye Ocean Perch is a deep-dwelling marine rockfish characterized by its large eyes, reddish coloration, and spiny fins. It is a predatory species found in the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea, feeding on smaller fish and invertebrates. This species is not typically kept in home aquariums due to its specialized deep-water, cold-water requirements and large adult size.
