Japanese Lates
NameJapanese Lates
Scientific NameLates japonicus
Common NamesJapanese Lates, Japanese Barramundi, Akame
FamilyLatidae
OriginJapan
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)51
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range7.0-8.5
Description
The Japanese Lates is a large, predatory fish native to the rivers and estuaries of southern Japan. Known for its distinctive dark banding and powerful build, it is a highly sought-after game fish. Due to its immense adult size and aggressive, piscivorous nature, it requires an extremely large and specialized aquarium setup.
