Pama Croaker
NamePama Croaker
Scientific NameOtilithes ruber
Common NamesPama Croaker, Tigertooth Croaker, Silver Croaker, Redmouth Croaker
FamilySciaenidae
OriginIndo-West Pacific, Indian Ocean, Red Sea, Persian Gulf
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)300
Max Size (Inches)35
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large croakers, Large groupers, Large snappers, Other robust marine fish too large to be prey
Description
The Pama Croaker (*Otilithes ruber*) is a large, predatory marine fish native to the Indo-West Pacific region. Characterized by its elongated body and silvery-brown coloration, it is primarily a commercially important food fish. Due to its significant adult size and carnivorous diet, it is rarely kept in home aquariums and would require an extremely large, specialized setup.
