Aquaria
Moroccan White Seabream

Moroccan White Seabream

NameMoroccan White Seabream
Scientific NameDiplodus sargus
Common NamesWhite Seabream, Sargus, Moroccan White Seabream
FamilySparidae
OriginEastern Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, Black Sea
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)18
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)68-79
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large seabreams, Groupers (in very large tanks), Snappers, Robust wrasses

Description

The White Seabream (Diplodus sargus) is a silvery marine fish characterized by several dark vertical bars on its body and a prominent black spot on its caudal peduncle. It is found in the Eastern Atlantic and Mediterranean Sea, inhabiting rocky bottoms and seagrass beds. This omnivorous species feeds on a variety of invertebrates and algae.

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