Brown's Caribbean Moonfish
NameBrown's Caribbean Moonfish
Scientific NameSelene setapinnis
Common NamesAtlantic Moonfish, Caribbean Moonfish, Hairfin Moonfish
FamilyCarangidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)24
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large jacks, Snappers, Groupers (large species), Large angelfish, Tangs (large species)
Description
The Brown's Caribbean Moonfish, or Atlantic Moonfish, is a large, silvery, disc-shaped marine fish characterized by its high forehead and small mouth. These schooling predators inhabit coastal waters of the Western Atlantic, feeding on smaller fish and invertebrates. Due to their significant adult size and schooling nature, they are primarily suited for very large public aquariums.
