Remora (Asia Pacific)

The Remora, or Sharksucker, is a unique fish with a suction cup atop its head which allows it to hitch a ride with large fish, sharks, rays, and turtles. The remora adds a beautiful addition to a large aquarium. Its elongated body is silvery with a dark black stripe running along its flank and another along its dorsal side. All its fins are black, and its tail is edged in white. Males and females are identical. The Remora can grow to 43 inches and should be housed in an aquarium of at least 300 gallons.

Remora may eat small or slender bodied fish and crustaceans. They do not harm corals, sponges, macroalgae or snails; however they may knock over loose decor with their strong tails. They generally ignore anything that cannot be eaten. Best tank mates are large bodied fish such as tangs, angelfish, groupers, triggerfish and puffers.

Remora are carnivores and should be fed at least once a day a high quality diet of krill, silversides and chopped seafood. They are greedy feeders and may learn to take dry foods as well.

The Remora is a special order item; please contact our staff and we will be happy to prepare your order.