French Grunt
NameFrench Grunt
Scientific NameHaemulon flavolineatum
Common NamesFrench Grunt, Yellow Grunt
FamilyHaemulidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico
Temperamentpeaceful
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 SpeciesLarger Damselfish, Tangs, Angelfish, Non-aggressive Triggerfish, Other Grunts, Groupers (smaller, peaceful types)
Description
The French Grunt is a striking marine fish known for its yellow body adorned with numerous horizontal blue stripes on the head and wavy yellow and blue lines along its sides. These schooling fish are native to the Western Atlantic and Caribbean, inhabiting coral reefs and seagrass beds where they feed nocturnally.
