Fourline Striped Grunter
NameFourline Striped Grunter
Scientific NamePelates quadrilineatus
Common NamesFourline Grunter, Four-lined Grunter, Trumpeter Perch, Striped Grunter
FamilyTerapontidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Australia, Southeast Asia, East Africa
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range7.5-8.5
Compatible SpeciesScats, Monos, Archerfish, Other large, robust brackish fish
Description
The Fourline Striped Grunter is a robust, semi-aggressive fish native to the Indo-Pacific region, often found in estuaries and coastal waters. It is characterized by its distinctive horizontal stripes and can reach up to 12 inches in length. This species requires brackish to marine conditions and a spacious aquarium.
