Olive Grunter
NameOlive Grunter
Scientific NamePomadasys olivaceus
Common NamesOlive Grunter, Small-spotted Grunter
FamilyHaemulidae
OriginWestern Indian Ocean, East Africa, Madagascar, Arabian Peninsula
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)200
Max Size (Inches)23.6
Water TypeBrackish to Saltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range7.5-8.5
Compatible SpeciesOther large grunters, Larger gobies, Scats, Monos, Archerfish (if salinity matches), Larger snappers
Description
The Olive Grunter (*Pomadasys olivaceus*) is a schooling fish native to the Western Indian Ocean, inhabiting coastal waters and estuaries. Known for its silvery body and olive-green hue, it is a predatory species that feeds on smaller fish and invertebrates. These euryhaline fish can adapt to a range of salinities from brackish to marine environments.
