French Grunt
NameFrench Grunt
Scientific NameHaemulon flavolineatum
Common NamesFrench Grunt, Yellow Grunt, Striped Grunt
FamilyHaemulidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, Florida, Bermuda, Brazil
Temperamentcommunity
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther Grunts, Snappers, Large Angelfish, Tangs, Triggerfish (non-aggressive species), Groupers (smaller species)
Description
The French Grunt is a vibrant marine fish known for its bright yellow body covered with distinctive white or silver wavy stripes. These schooling fish are native to the Western Atlantic and Caribbean, where they inhabit coral reefs and seagrass beds. They are nocturnal feeders, primarily preying on small invertebrates.
