Grunt (White)
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NameGrunt (White)
Scientific NameHaemulon plumierii
Common NamesGrunt (White), White Grunt, Common Grunt
FamilyHaemulidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)18
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarger Tangs, Large Angelfish, Less aggressive Triggerfish, Smaller Groupers, Other Grunt species
Description
The White Grunt (Haemulon plumierii) is a robust marine fish characterized by its silvery body adorned with distinctive blue and yellow stripes on its head and upper body. These schooling fish are native to the Western Atlantic, inhabiting shallow coastal waters, often found over sandy bottoms or near coral reefs. They are nocturnal carnivores, primarily feeding on small crustaceans and other benthic invertebrates.
