Pacific Red-eye Round Herring
NamePacific Red-eye Round Herring
Scientific NameEtrumeus teres
Common NamesPacific Red-eye Round Herring, Round Herring, Redeye Round Herring, Japanese Round Herring, California Sardine
FamilyClupeidae
OriginPacific Ocean, Eastern Pacific, Western Pacific, Indian Ocean
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-75
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesNot typically kept in home aquariums, Other large, peaceful schooling marine fish (in public aquariums)
Description
The Pacific Red-eye Round Herring is a slender, silvery pelagic schooling fish characterized by its large, reddish eye. It is an important forage fish in marine ecosystems, typically found in temperate to subtropical waters. Due to its schooling nature and constant swimming, it is not suitable for typical home aquariums.
