Greater Amberjack
NameGreater Amberjack
Scientific NameSeriola dumerili
Common NamesGreater Amberjack, Amberjack, Reef Donkey
FamilyCarangidae
OriginAtlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, Pacific Ocean
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)2000
Max Size (Inches)78
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)65-75
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesNone suitable for typical home aquariums, Other very large, robust marine predators (in public aquarium settings only)
Description
The Greater Amberjack is a large, powerful, and predatory marine fish found in tropical and subtropical waters worldwide. Known for its sleek, silvery body and strong swimming ability, it is a highly sought-after game fish. Due to its immense size and specialized care, it is rarely kept in home aquariums and is primarily found in public aquariums.
