Sidespot Goatfish
NameSidespot Goatfish
Scientific NameParupeneus pleurostigma
Common NamesSidespot Goatfish, Sidespot Mullet, Blackspot Goatfish
FamilyMullidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Hawaii, Japan, Australia
Temperamentcommunity
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)125
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Wrasses, Angelfish, Damselfish, Hawkfish, Triggerfish (less aggressive species)
Description
The Sidespot Goatfish is a distinctive marine fish known for its pale body and prominent dark spot on its flank. It uses its sensitive barbels to forage for benthic invertebrates in sandy or rubble substrates. These active fish are a good addition to large, mature reef or fish-only aquariums.
