Red-eye Round Herring
NameRed-eye Round Herring
Scientific NameEtrumeus teres
Common NamesRed-eye Round Herring, Round Herring, Redeye Sardine, Japanese Round Herring
FamilyClupeidae
OriginAtlantic Ocean, Indian Ocean, Pacific Ocean, Tropical and Subtropical Waters Worldwide
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)68-79
pH Range8.0-8.4
Description
The Red-eye Round Herring (*Etrumeus teres*) is a widespread marine schooling fish found in tropical and subtropical waters globally. Characterized by its slender, silvery body and prominent red eye, it primarily feeds on plankton. This species is not suitable for typical home aquariums due to its large size, schooling requirements, and specialized care needs, making it an expert-level species for public aquariums only.
