Spotted Seabass
NameSpotted Seabass
Scientific NameParalabrax maculatofasciatus
Common NamesSpotted Sand Bass, Spotted Bay Bass, Spotted Seabass
FamilySerranidae
OriginEastern Pacific Ocean, California, Baja California
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)120
Max Size (Inches)18
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)65-75
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarger Tangs, Large Angelfish, Triggerfish (cautiously), Other large, robust predatory fish
Description
The Spotted Seabass (Paralabrax maculatofasciatus) is a predatory marine fish native to the Eastern Pacific, ranging from California to Baja California. It is characterized by its silvery-grey body covered in numerous small dark spots. This species requires a large, well-filtered saltwater aquarium due to its potential adult size and carnivorous diet.
