Giant Sweetlips
NameGiant Sweetlips
Scientific NamePlectorhinchus albovittatus
Common NamesGiant Sweetlips, Giant Thicklip, White-banded Sweetlips
FamilyHaemulidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Samoa, Japan
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)39
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large sweetlips, Large groupers (in extremely large tanks), Large angelfish, Large tangs, Moray eels
Description
The Giant Sweetlips is a massive marine fish characterized by its thick lips and robust body, typically grey to brownish-grey as an adult. This predatory species inhabits coral reefs and lagoons throughout the Indo-Pacific. Due to its immense adult size, it is exclusively suitable for very large public aquariums and not recommended for home aquaria.
