Snake Mackerel
NameSnake Mackerel
Scientific NameGempylus serpens
Common NamesSnake Mackerel, Ribbonfish, Black Snake Mackerel
FamilyGempylidae
OriginWorldwide, Tropical and Subtropical Oceans
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)5000
Max Size (Inches)39
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)68-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Description
The Snake Mackerel is a long, slender, silvery predatory fish found in tropical and subtropical waters worldwide. It possesses a large mouth filled with sharp teeth, indicative of its carnivorous diet of other fish, squid, and crustaceans. This pelagic species is not suitable for home aquariums due to its immense size and specialized deep-sea requirements.
