Spinycheek Grunter
NameSpinycheek Grunter
Scientific NamePomadasys macracanthus
Common NamesSpinycheek Grunter, Bigeye Grunter, Large-scaled Grunter
FamilyHaemulidae
OriginIndo-West Pacific
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)20
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Groupers, Snappers, Lionfish (with caution), Moray Eels (in very large tanks), Other large, robust marine fish
Description
The Spinycheek Grunter is a predatory marine fish characterized by its silvery body with distinct horizontal brown stripes and a spiny cheek. Found in coastal waters and estuaries of the Indo-West Pacific, it is a robust species that can grow quite large. As a nocturnal feeder, it preys on smaller fish and invertebrates.
