European Hake
NameEuropean Hake
Scientific NameMerluccius merluccius
Common NamesEuropean Hake, Common Hake, Hake
FamilyMerlucciidae
OriginEastern Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, Black Sea
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)5000
Max Size (Inches)39.4
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)40-68
pH Range8.0-8.4
Description
The European Hake is a large, commercially important marine fish found in the Eastern Atlantic and Mediterranean Sea. Known for its slender, silvery body, it is a highly predatory species feeding on smaller fish and crustaceans. Due to its significant adult size and specialized needs, it is not suitable for typical home aquariums.
