Ladyfish
NameLadyfish
Scientific NameElops saurus
Common NamesLadyfish, Tenpounder, Skipjack
FamilyElopidae
OriginAtlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)36
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)70-85
pH Range8.0-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge, robust marine fish
Description
The Ladyfish is a sleek, silvery, and elongated predatory fish found in tropical and subtropical coastal marine and estuarine waters. Known for its powerful fighting ability when caught, it is a fast-swimming species that primarily preys on smaller fish and crustaceans. Due to its large size and active nature, it is rarely kept in home aquariums and requires expert care in very large, specialized public aquariums.
