Black Striped Salema
NameBlack Striped Salema
Scientific NameSarpa salpa
Common NamesSalema, Salema Porgy, Dreamfish, Goldline Sea Bream
FamilySparidae
OriginEastern Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, Black Sea, Coastal South Africa
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietherbivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)20
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)64-75
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther peaceful marine fish, Tang species, Damselfish (non-aggressive types), Wrasses (peaceful types)
Description
The Black Striped Salema, also known as Salema Porgy or Dreamfish, is a schooling marine fish characterized by its silvery body adorned with distinctive golden-yellow horizontal stripes. Primarily herbivorous, it grazes on algae and seagrass in coastal environments. This species is known for its unique hallucinogenic properties when consumed.
