Sailor's Choice
NameSailor's Choice
Scientific NameHaemulon plumierii
Common NamesSailor's Choice, White Grunt, Common Grunt
FamilyHaemulidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico
Temperamentcommunity
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)18
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarger Angelfish, Tangs, Groupers, Snappers, Triggerfish
Description
The Sailor's Choice, also known as White Grunt, is a common and popular game fish found throughout the Western Atlantic. It is characterized by its silvery body, distinctive dark spots forming horizontal lines along its scales, and a prominent yellow iris. These active, schooling fish are often found over sandy bottoms and seagrass beds.
