Striped Piggy
NameStriped Piggy
Scientific NameOrthopristis chrysoptera
Common NamesPigfish, Piggy Perch, Striped Grunt
FamilyHaemulidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea
Temperamentcommunity
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)120
Max Size (Inches)15
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)68-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarger Snappers, Larger Groupers, Angelfish, Tangs, Triggerfish (cautiously)
Description
The Striped Piggy is a common grunt species found in coastal waters of the Western Atlantic. It features a silvery body adorned with distinctive horizontal yellow-brown stripes and a prominent spiny dorsal fin. These fish are known for producing grunting sounds by grinding their pharyngeal teeth.
