Flathead Pomfret
NameFlathead Pomfret
Scientific NameBrama dussumieri
Common NamesFlathead Pomfret, Dussumier's Pomfret
FamilyBramidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Tropical and Subtropical Oceans
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)5000
Max Size (Inches)10
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Description
The Flathead Pomfret (*Brama dussumieri*) is a pelagic marine fish found in the tropical and subtropical Indo-Pacific. It is characterized by its deep, compressed body, large eyes, and dark coloration. This species is a predatory carnivore, feeding on smaller fish and invertebrates in open ocean waters and is not typically kept in home aquariums.
