Bluefish
NameBluefish
Scientific NamePomatomus saltatrix
Common NamesBluefish, Tailor, Chopper, Snapper Blue, Skipjack
FamilyPomatomidae
OriginAtlantic Ocean, Indian Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, Black Sea
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)2000
Max Size (Inches)40
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)65-75
pH Range8.0-8.4
Description
Bluefish are powerful, schooling marine predators known for their aggressive feeding habits and voracious appetites. They have a streamlined body, a forked tail, and a distinctive blue-green back fading to silver on their sides. These highly migratory fish are popular game fish but are generally unsuitable for home aquariums due to their large size and predatory nature.
