Blowhole Perch
NameBlowhole Perch
Scientific NamePempheris multiradiata
Common NamesCommon Sweeper, Large-eyed Sweeper, Blowhole Perch
FamilyPempheridae
OriginEastern Australia, New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)11
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)68-75
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther Sweepers, Peaceful Gobies, Blennies, Small Damselfish (temperate tolerant)
Description
The Blowhole Perch, also known as the Common Sweeper, is a schooling marine fish found in temperate eastern Australian waters. It has a compressed, silvery body, large eyes, and a single dorsal fin, often inhabiting caves and blowholes. They are primarily nocturnal feeders, consuming zooplankton and small invertebrates.
