Pelagic Queenfish
NamePelagic Queenfish
Scientific NameScomberoides commersonnianus
Common NamesPelagic Queenfish, Giant Queenfish, Talang Queenfish, Leatherskin, Doublespotted Queenfish
FamilyCarangidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, East Africa, Japan, Australia, Fiji
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1500
Max Size (Inches)47
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Groupers, Large Snappers, Other large Jacks/Trevallies (in extremely large tanks), Moray Eels (large species)
Description
The Pelagic Queenfish is a large, predatory marine fish characterized by its sleek, silvery body and fast swimming capabilities. Found in coastal and offshore waters of the Indo-Pacific, it is a highly active species that primarily preys on other fish and invertebrates. Due to its immense size and predatory nature, it is an expert-level species requiring extremely large, specialized aquarium environments, typically only suitable for public aquariums.
