Knifetail Pomfret
NameKnifetail Pomfret
Scientific NameTaractes asper
Common NamesKnifetail Pomfret, Rough Pomfret
FamilyBramidae
OriginAtlantic Ocean, Indian Ocean, Pacific Ocean
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)2000
Max Size (Inches)30
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)68-78
pH Range8.0-8.4
Description
The Knifetail Pomfret (*Taractes asper*) is a large, deep-sea pelagic fish found in tropical and subtropical oceans worldwide. It is primarily a commercially fished species and is not suitable for home aquariums due to its immense size, specific oceanic habitat requirements, and predatory nature. Keeping this species would require a massive public aquarium setup.
