Suez Fusilier
NameSuez Fusilier
Scientific NameCaesio suevica
Common NamesSuez Fusilier, Red Sea Fusilier
FamilyCaesionidae
OriginRed Sea, Gulf of Aden, Western Indian Ocean
Temperamentcommunity
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Angelfish (larger, peaceful species), Other Fusiliers, Wrasses (peaceful species), Butterflyfish (peaceful species)
Description
The Suez Fusilier is a schooling, pelagic saltwater fish known for its torpedo-shaped body and active swimming. It typically exhibits a silvery-blue body with a distinctive yellow caudal fin. These fish are planktivores, feeding on zooplankton in the water column and require ample swimming space.
