Randall's Threadfin Bream
NameRandall's Threadfin Bream
Scientific NameParascolopsis randalli
Common NamesRandall's Threadfin Bream, Randall's Whiptail Bream
FamilyNemipteridae
OriginIndo-West Pacific, East Africa, Philippines, Southern Japan, Australia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)8
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-79
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesPeaceful gobies, Blennies, Smaller wrasses, Other non-aggressive marine fish
Description
Randall's Threadfin Bream is a small, slender marine fish characterized by its pinkish-silver body, large eyes, and a distinctive elongated filament on the upper lobe of its caudal fin. It inhabits sandy or muddy bottoms in coastal waters and outer reef slopes, feeding primarily on benthic invertebrates. This species is not commonly kept in home aquariums.
