Cottonwick Grunt
NameCottonwick Grunt
Scientific NameHaemulon melanurum
Common NamesCottonwick Grunt, Cottonwick
FamilyHaemulidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, Florida, Bahamas
Temperamentcommunity
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarger Angelfish, Tangs, Triggerfish (non-aggressive types), Other Grunts, Groupers (smaller species)
Description
The Cottonwick Grunt is a striking saltwater fish known for its silvery body adorned with yellow horizontal stripes and a distinctive black caudal fin with a white margin. They are active schooling fish in the wild, often found over reefs and seagrass beds, and require a large aquarium to thrive.
