Norway Pout
NameNorway Pout
Scientific NameTrisopterus esmarkii
Common NamesNorway Pout, Esmark's Pout
FamilyGadidae
OriginNortheast Atlantic Ocean, North Sea, Barents Sea, Norwegian Sea
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)39-50
pH Range8.0-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther small, non-predatory coldwater marine fish
Description
The Norway Pout is a small, slender, coldwater marine fish belonging to the cod family. It is a schooling species found in the Northeast Atlantic, serving as an important food source for larger predatory fish. This species is not typically kept in home aquariums due to its specific coldwater marine requirements and large space needs.
