Orangeback Bass
NameOrangeback Bass
Scientific NameSerranus annularis
Common NamesOrangeback Bass, Annular Seabass
FamilySerranidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4.5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarger gobies, Blennies, Non-aggressive damselfish, Some wrasses, Other small to medium-sized reef-safe fish
Description
The Orangeback Bass is a small, colorful marine fish found in the Western Atlantic, characterized by its orange-red head and a dark band along its back. Its body is typically mottled white and yellow. This species is a predatory carnivore, primarily feeding on small crustaceans and fish.
