Lesser Queenfish
NameLesser Queenfish
Scientific NameScomberoides tol
Common NamesLesser Queenfish, Slender Queenfish, Needle-scaled Queenfish
FamilyCarangidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Australia, Japan
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)24
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Groupers, Snappers, Other large Jacks, Robust marine predators (in very large aquariums)
Description
The Lesser Queenfish is a large, predatory marine fish characterized by its sleek, silvery body and fast-swimming nature. Found in the Indo-Pacific, it is a formidable hunter of smaller fish and crustaceans. Due to its size and predatory instincts, it is generally unsuitable for most home aquariums.
