Brown Meagre
NameBrown Meagre
Scientific NameSciaena umbra
Common NamesBrown Meagre, Umbrina, Shi drum
FamilySciaenidae
OriginEastern Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, Black Sea
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)27.5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-75
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large, robust marine fish, Large groupers (in very large tanks), Large snappers
Description
The Brown Meagre (*Sciaena umbra*) is a large, silvery-grey marine fish with a distinctive high dorsal fin and a yellow-tipped caudal fin. It is a predatory species found in the Eastern Atlantic and Mediterranean, often inhabiting rocky bottoms and seagrass beds. Due to its significant adult size, it is rarely kept in home aquariums.
