Koheru
NameKoheru
Scientific NameDecapterus koheru
Common NamesKoheru, Koheru Scad, Mackerel Scad
FamilyCarangidae
OriginSouthwestern Pacific Ocean, New Zealand
Temperamentcommunity
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)5000
Max Size (Inches)16
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-75
pH Range8.0-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large schooling pelagic fish, Large, non-aggressive jacks, Tuna (in very large public aquariums)
Description
The Koheru is a schooling, pelagic marine fish endemic to New Zealand waters, characterized by its slender, silvery body and a distinctive yellow-green stripe along its lateral line. These fast-swimming fish are important prey for larger predators and are also targeted by recreational fishers. Due to their size, schooling nature, and need for vast open water, they are unsuitable for home aquariums and are typically only seen in large public aquariums.
