Longspine Silverbiddy
NameLongspine Silverbiddy
Scientific NamePentaprion longimanus
Common NamesLongspine Silverbiddy, Long-finned Mojarra, Longfin Mojarra
FamilyGerreidae
OriginIndo-West Pacific, East Africa, Philippines, Australia, Japan
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)9.8
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesPeaceful gobies, Blennies, Non-aggressive damselfish, Other mojarras, Cardinalfish
Description
The Longspine Silverbiddy is a silvery marine fish known for its distinctive elongated first dorsal fin spine. It typically inhabits coastal waters, estuaries, and sometimes brackish environments, where it forages for small benthic invertebrates and detritus. While generally peaceful, it is a schooling fish that thrives in a well-established marine aquarium.
