Oriental Sweetlips

Scientific Name: Plectorhinchus vittatus
Family: Haemulidae
Origin: Indo-Pacific Ocean
Care Difficulty: Difficult
Temperament: Peaceful (can become dominant in adulthood)
Diet: Carnivore / Omnivore
Minimum Tank Size: 1200 liters
Maximum Size: 60–80 cm
Temperature: 24–27°C
Salinity: 1.023–1.025 SG
pH: 8.1–8.4
Reef Compatibility: Not suitable

The Oriental Sweetlips is a highly striking species, especially in its juvenile form, with black and white horizontal stripes and yellow fin details. The undulating swimming motion of juvenile individuals makes them one of the most interesting fish in marine aquariums.