Striped Giant Sea Bass
NameStriped Giant Sea Bass
Scientific NameStereolepis gigas
Common NamesGiant Sea Bass, California Black Sea Bass, Black Sea Bass, Striped Giant Sea Bass
FamilySerranidae
OriginEastern Pacific Ocean, California Coast, Baja California
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)10000
Max Size (Inches)99
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)50-75
pH Range7.8-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge sharks, Rays, Other very large temperate marine fish
Description
The Giant Sea Bass is a massive, predatory marine fish native to the Eastern Pacific. Juveniles exhibit distinct dark vertical bars that fade as they mature into their typically uniform dark brown to black adult coloration. These apex predators require immense aquariums and are primarily found in public exhibits due to their size and specialized care needs.
