Japanese Threadfin Bream
NameJapanese Threadfin Bream
Scientific NameNemipterus japonicus
Common NamesJapanese Threadfin Bream, Japanese Threadfin Seabream, Japanese Whiptail Bream
FamilyNemipteridae
OriginIndo-West Pacific
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-80
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge tangs, Large angelfish, Groupers (of appropriate size), Other large, peaceful to semi-aggressive marine fish
Description
The Japanese Threadfin Bream is a slender, pinkish-red marine fish with yellow longitudinal stripes and a distinctive thread-like extension on its upper caudal fin lobe. It is a commercially important food fish found in the Indo-West Pacific, typically inhabiting sandy or muddy bottoms. Due to its size and specific marine requirements, it is not commonly kept in home aquariums.
