Cleftbelly Trevally
NameCleftbelly Trevally
Scientific NameAtropus atropos
Common NamesCleftbelly Trevally, Cleftbelly Kingfish, Cleftbelly Pomfret
FamilyCarangidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, East Africa, Red Sea, Persian Gulf, Japan, Australia
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)300
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Groupers, Snappers, Other large, robust predatory fish
Description
The Cleftbelly Trevally is a predatory marine fish characterized by its deep, compressed body, silvery coloration, and a distinctive black pelvic fin. It is known for its unique ventral groove (cleft belly) and is a fast-swimming, active species. This fish requires a very large aquarium due to its size and active nature.
