Yellow-edged Lyretail
NameYellow-edged Lyretail
Scientific NameVariola louti
Common NamesYellow-edged Lyretail Grouper, Lyretail Grouper, Lunartail Grouper, Coronation Trout
FamilySerranidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, French Polynesia, Japan, Australia
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)250
Max Size (Inches)35
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Groupers, Large Triggerfish, Large Moray Eels, Lionfish (with caution), Other large, robust, and aggressive marine fish
Description
The Yellow-edged Lyretail Grouper is a striking marine fish known for its vibrant red body covered in white spots and a distinctive yellow-edged, deeply forked tail. This predatory species can grow quite large and requires a spacious, well-maintained saltwater aquarium. It is a formidable hunter, primarily feeding on smaller fish and crustaceans.
