Gilt-head Bream
Image: <bdi><a href="https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q20889990" class="extiw" title="d:Q20889990"><span title="French scientific illustrator">Charles Bevalet</span></a></bdi> (Public domain)
NameGilt-head Bream
Scientific NameSparus aurata
Common NamesGilt-head Bream, Dorada, Orata, Sea Bream
FamilySparidae
OriginMediterranean Sea, Eastern Atlantic Ocean
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)200
Max Size (Inches)28
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-75
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Groupers, Snappers, Other large Sea Bream species
Description
The Gilt-head Bream, also known as Dorada, is a large marine fish recognized by the golden band between its eyes and its powerful, molar-like teeth used for crushing shellfish. It is a commercially important food fish native to the Mediterranean Sea and Eastern Atlantic.
