Silver Gray Grunt
NameSilver Gray Grunt
Scientific NameHaemulon chrysargyreum
Common NamesSmallmouth Grunt, Yellow Grunt, Gold Grunt, Cottonwick Grunt, Silver Gray Grunt
FamilyHaemulidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico
Temperamentcommunity
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther Grunts, Snappers, Large Angelfish, Tangs, Non-aggressive Triggerfish, Groupers
Description
The Smallmouth Grunt, often called Yellow Grunt, is a schooling marine fish characterized by its golden-yellow upper body and fins, contrasting with a silvery-white belly. It is a nocturnal feeder, preying on small invertebrates found on the seabed. This species is often found in large aggregations over reefs and seagrass beds.
