Pacific Creolefish
NamePacific Creolefish
Scientific NameParanthias colonus
Common NamesPacific Creolefish, Creolefish
FamilySerranidae
OriginEastern Pacific Ocean, Baja California, Peru, Galapagos Islands
Temperamentcommunity
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)14
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Large Angelfish, Less aggressive Triggerfish, Other large groupers, Snappers, Large Wrasses
Description
The Pacific Creolefish is a vibrant, schooling marine fish native to the Eastern Pacific. It typically displays a reddish-brown body with a distinctive forked tail, often adorned with white spots. These active planktivores are known for forming large aggregations in the wild.
