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Red Scat
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The red scat, also called the ruby scat, are wild-caught and will vary in size and color, but always have some bright red markings somewhere. Like many brackish fish, scats can be transitioned to entirely salt water, but not the other way around. Red scats are hardy and will eat prepared and live foods.
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. 1–3" |
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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