West African Ladyfish
NameWest African Ladyfish
Scientific NameElops senegalensis
Common NamesWest African Ladyfish, Senegal Ladyfish
FamilyElopidae
OriginWest Africa, Atlantic Ocean
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)36
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range7.5-8.5
Compatible SpeciesLarge, robust marine/brackish fish (e.g., certain groupers, snappers, large jacks), Species too large to be considered prey
Description
The West African Ladyfish is a large, slender, and silvery predatory fish native to the coastal waters and estuaries of West Africa. Known for its active and schooling behavior, it is a formidable hunter of smaller fish and crustaceans. Due to its significant size and specialized care requirements, it is rarely kept in home aquariums and is better suited for large public aquariums.
