Silver Drummer
NameSilver Drummer
Scientific NameKyphosus sydneyanus
Common NamesSilver Drummer, Drummer, Buffalo Bream, Southern Drummer
FamilyKyphosidae
OriginAustralia, New Zealand, Temperate Indo-Pacific
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietherbivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)30
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)64-75
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large temperate marine fish, Large Wrasses, Other Drummer species (Kyphosidae)
Description
The Silver Drummer is a large, robust marine fish native to the temperate waters of Australia and New Zealand. It is a schooling herbivore, primarily feeding on algae and seaweed found in rocky reefs and kelp forests. Due to its significant adult size, this species is almost exclusively found in very large public aquariums rather than private collections.
