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Green Scat
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The green scat comes in various amounts of green on the body depending on where the fish is caught. All scats are wild-caught, and the red and green scats are the same species; they just come from different sides of the tracks (of the Indian Ocean). All the scats are pretty, but will get a bland dark color when stressed. Scats will eat prepared foods but also like treats like live black worms.
Quick Facts
| Scientific Name | Scatophagus argus |
| Origin | Indo-Pacific |
| Care Level | Easy |
| Temperament | Peaceful |
| Adult Size | Up to 8–10" |
| Lifespan | 10+ years |
| Diet | Omnivore (needs plant matter) |
| Water Temperature | 72–82°F |
| pH | 7.5–8.5 |
| Group Size | Does best in a group |
| Shipping Size | Approx. 1½–4" |
Care Guide
Tank setup: Scats are active swimmers that grow larger over time. They do best in slightly salty (brackish) water as adults. Give them open swimming space and strong filtration.
Feeding: Feed a quality flake or pellet once or twice a day. They also enjoy vegetable foods and frozen foods like brine shrimp.
Tankmates: Scats are peaceful and do best with other fish that like brackish water, such as monos and other scats.
Good to know: Scats are big eaters of plant matter and will eat soft aquarium plants.
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