Round Herring
NameRound Herring
Scientific NameEtrumeus micropus
Common NamesRound Herring, Japanese Round Herring, Pacific Round Herring
FamilyClupeidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Eastern Pacific
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)10000
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-75
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge, peaceful pelagic fish (in public aquariums), Species-specific school
Description
The Round Herring is a schooling pelagic fish with a slender, silvery body, found in temperate and subtropical waters of the Indo-Pacific. It feeds primarily on zooplankton. Due to its large size, schooling requirements, and need for vast open spaces, it is not suitable for typical home aquariums and is rarely seen in captivity outside of very large public aquariums.
