Silver Pomfret
NameSilver Pomfret
Scientific NamePampus argenteus
Common NamesSilver Pomfret, White Pomfret, Butterfish
FamilyStromateidae
OriginIndo-West Pacific, Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal, South China Sea
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)24
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.0-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large, peaceful marine fish (in public aquarium settings only)
Description
The Silver Pomfret is a commercially important marine fish characterized by its deep, laterally compressed, and silvery body. It is a schooling species found in coastal waters of the Indo-West Pacific, feeding on plankton and small invertebrates. Due to its large size and schooling requirements, it is not suitable for typical home aquariums and is primarily seen in large public aquariums or as a food fish.
