West Australian Dhufish
NameWest Australian Dhufish
Scientific NameGlaucosoma hebraicum
Common NamesWest Australian Dhufish, Dhufish
FamilyGlaucosomatidae
OriginWestern Australia
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)47.2
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)64-72
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge, robust marine fish (e.g., other large temperate reef fish), Often best kept solitary
Description
The West Australian Dhufish is a large, predatory marine fish endemic to the temperate waters off Western Australia. Characterized by its silvery body and distinctive dark bands when young, it inhabits rocky reefs. Due to its significant adult size, it is primarily suited for very large public aquariums rather than home setups.
