Sharpsnout Seabream
NameSharpsnout Seabream
Scientific NameDiplodus puntazzo
Common NamesSharpsnout Seabream, Puntazzo
FamilySparidae
OriginEastern Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, Black Sea
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)250
Max Size (Inches)24
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)68-77
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large, robust marine fish, Large wrasses, Tangs, Groupers (in very large systems)
Description
The Sharpsnout Seabream is a large, silvery marine fish characterized by its pointed snout and distinctive vertical dark bands across its body, which tend to fade with age. It is a schooling species found in coastal waters, often over rocky or seagrass beds, and requires a very large, stable marine environment if kept in captivity.
