Yellowtail Grunter
NameYellowtail Grunter
Scientific NameDiagramma pictum
Common NamesPainted Sweetlips, Painted Grunter, Yellowtail Grunter, Silver Grunter
FamilyHaemulidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Australia, Japan, Samoa
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)300
Max Size (Inches)39
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-79
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Groupers, Snappers, Other large Sweetlips (in very large tanks), Large Angelfish, Tangs (non-aggressive species)
Description
The Yellowtail Grunter, also known as the Painted Sweetlips, is a large marine fish found throughout the Indo-Pacific. It is characterized by its spotted body, yellow fins, and distinctive black markings on its caudal fin. This species requires a very large aquarium due to its significant adult size and can be predatory towards smaller tankmates.
