Japanese Rubyfish
NameJapanese Rubyfish
Scientific NameEtelis carbunculus
Common NamesRuby Snapper, Deepwater Longtail Snapper, Scarlet Snapper
FamilyLutjanidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Deep Ocean
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)49
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.0-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large predatory marine fish, Large groupers, Large jacks, Sharks (in public aquariums)
Description
The Japanese Rubyfish, also known as Ruby Snapper, is a large, deep-dwelling predatory marine fish characterized by its vibrant red coloration. Primarily a commercially important food fish, it is not typically kept in home aquariums due to its immense size and specialized deep-sea habitat requirements, making it suitable only for public aquariums.
