Darkspot Mojarra
NameDarkspot Mojarra
Scientific NameGerres punctatus
Common NamesDarkspot Mojarra, Spotted Mojarra, Punctate Mojarra
FamilyGerreidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, East Africa, Red Sea, Persian Gulf, Western Pacific
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)120
Max Size (Inches)10
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Gobies, Blennies, Peaceful Damselfish, Other non-aggressive community saltwater fish
Description
The Darkspot Mojarra is a peaceful, schooling marine fish native to the Indo-Pacific region. It features a silvery body and a highly protrusible mouth, which it uses to sift through sand for small benthic invertebrates and detritus. These fish are generally hardy but require stable saltwater conditions.
