The **Pompano** is a sizable, energetic fish that thrives in open waters. These fish exhibit a distinctive silver to gray body with darker fins.

**Pompanos** can grow up to 48 inches and require a minimum tank size of 500 gallons. They are fast-growing and need ample space to swim, making them unsuitable for reef tanks due to their aggressive nature towards smaller fish and invertebrates.

In the wild, **Pompanos** often form schools, but in captivity, they should be kept in small groups within large, fish-only tanks. They bring dynamic movement and vibrant flashes of color to these environments.

As carnivores, **Pompanos** need a diet rich in meaty foods. Juveniles thrive on mysis and brine shrimp, along with high-quality frozen foods. As they mature, they require larger meals, such as fresh seafood chunks, especially crustaceans.

If you have questions about whether the **Pompano** is suitable for your aquarium, feel free to reach out to us anytime.

• Tank Capacity: 500 Gallons
• Behavior: Aggressive
• Max Length: 48 Inches
• Color: Silver
• Feeding: Carnivorous
• Origin: Captive Bred
• Reef Suitability: No
• Skill Level: Advanced
• Water Parameters: 74-82F, SG 1.020-1.027, pH 7.9-8.5
• Size Categories: Tiny: Up to 1.5", Small: 1.5-2", Small/Medium: 2-2.5", Medium: 2.5-3", Medium/Large: 3-3.5", Large: 3.5-4", Extra Large: 4-5", Extra Extra Large: 5-6", Show Size: 6-7", Jumbo: Over 7"