Eastern Striped Grunter
NameEastern Striped Grunter
Scientific NamePelates sexlineatus
Common NamesEastern Striped Grunter, Six-lined Trumpeter, Six-lined Grunter, Striped Grunter
FamilyTerapontidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Western Pacific, Australia, New Guinea, Indonesia, Philippines, Japan
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-79
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarger Damselfish, Wrasses, Larger Angelfish, Puffers (with caution), Triggerfish (with caution)
Description
The Eastern Striped Grunter (*Pelates sexlineatus*) is a marine fish characterized by its distinctive horizontal stripes and the grunting sound it can produce. Found in coastal waters, estuaries, and seagrass beds across the Indo-Pacific, it primarily feeds on small invertebrates and fish. This species can be a robust addition to a large marine aquarium, though it may exhibit territorial behavior towards smaller or more timid tankmates.
