Blackspot Seabream
NameBlackspot Seabream
Scientific NamePagellus bogaraveo
Common NamesBlackspot Seabream, Red Sea Bream, Axillary Sea Bream, Bogaraveo
FamilySparidae
OriginEastern Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, Black Sea
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)300
Max Size (Inches)23.6
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)50-72
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large sea breams, Groupers (compatible size), Snappers, Large wrasses, Other large, peaceful to semi-aggressive marine fish
Description
The Blackspot Seabream is a large, schooling marine fish known for its silvery body and a distinctive black spot near the pectoral fin. It inhabits temperate to subtropical waters, feeding on a varied diet of small invertebrates and fish. Due to its size and schooling nature, it requires a very large aquarium.
