Bogue
NameBogue
Scientific NameBoops boops
Common NamesBogue, Bogue Sea Bream, Oxeye Bream
FamilySparidae
OriginEastern Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, Black Sea
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)15
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)64-75
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther peaceful sea breams, Mullets, Wrasses (compatible species), Damselfish (compatible species)
Description
The Bogue is a schooling marine fish characterized by its elongated, silvery body with several faint horizontal stripes and large eyes. It is commonly found in coastal waters, often over seagrass beds or rocky bottoms. This species is an omnivore, feeding on plankton, small invertebrates, and algae.
