Grey Drummer
NameGrey Drummer
Scientific NameKyphosus bigibbus
Common NamesGrey Drummer, Brown Chub, Northern Sea Chub, Highfin Drummer
FamilyKyphosidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietherbivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)250
Max Size (Inches)28
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Surgeonfish, Parrotfish, Large Angelfish, Wrasses
Description
The Grey Drummer (*Kyphosus bigibbus*) is a large, robust marine fish characterized by its silvery-grey body and deep, compressed shape. Primarily an herbivore, it feeds on algae and some benthic invertebrates in its natural Indo-Pacific habitat. These schooling fish require significant space and stable conditions in a large saltwater aquarium.
