Slender Mojarra
NameSlender Mojarra
Scientific NameEucinostomus gracilis
Common NamesSlender Mojarra, Graceful Mojarra
FamilyGerreidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Florida, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea, Brazil
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)8
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesPeaceful gobies, Blennies, Certain wrasses, Other peaceful schooling marine fish
Description
The Slender Mojarra is a silvery, elongated marine fish characterized by its highly protrusible mouth, which it uses to sift through sandy substrates for food. It often displays faint vertical bars or blotches for camouflage. These peaceful fish are typically found in schools in shallow coastal waters and estuaries.
