White Margate
NameWhite Margate
Scientific NameHaemulon album
Common NamesWhite Margate, Margate Grunt, Margate Fish
FamilyHaemulidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)30
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large grunts, Snappers, Groupers (in very large tanks), Large Angelfish, Tangs
Description
The White Margate is a large, silvery-grey grunt species native to the Western Atlantic. Characterized by its deep body and large scales, it is a benthic feeder primarily consuming invertebrates. Due to its significant adult size, it requires a very large aquarium.
