Mountain Mullet
NameMountain Mullet
Scientific NameAgonostomus monticola
Common NamesMountain Mullet, American Freshwater Mullet, River Mullet, Hognose Mullet
FamilyMugilidae
OriginCentral America, South America, Caribbean
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)125
Max Size (Inches)24
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range6.5-8.0
Compatible SpeciesLarger Rainbowfish, Large Catfish (e.g., Plecos, Synodontis), Larger Characins, Robust Cichlids (e.g., Firemouth Cichlid)
Description
The Mountain Mullet (Agonostomus monticola) is a large, active, and robust fish native to Central and South America and the Caribbean. Known for its silvery body and distinctive snout, it is a diadromous species that spends most of its life in freshwater but can tolerate brackish conditions. They are omnivorous bottom-feeders that require a spacious aquarium with good water quality.
