Breeding and Seed Production of Spotted Scat (Scatophagus argus)

Taxonomy & Classification

• Kingdom: Animalia
• Phylum: Chordata
• Class: Actinopterygii
• Order: Perciformes
• Family: Scatophagidae
• Genus: Scatophagus
• Species: Scatophagus argus

Ornamental Spotted Scat (Scatophagus argus)

Add a striking and hardy brackishwater ornamental fish to your aquarium. Spotted Scat (Scatophagus argus) is known for its attractive spotted body pattern, peaceful behaviour, and excellent adaptability to different salinity levels, making it suitable for freshwater, brackishwater and marine aquariums. The species is omnivorous in nature and readily accepts a variety of feeds. Its strong adaptability and attractive appearance make it a valuable species for ornamental aquaculture. Our captive-bred and hatchery-raised Spotted Scat support sustainable ornamental fish production while reducing dependence on wild-collected specimens.

Key Characteristics & Features

• Highly Adaptable: Can tolerate and adapt to a wide range of salinities, making it suitable for brackishwater and marine aquarium systems.
• Attractive Appearance: Characterized by a distinctive spotted body pattern, attractive coloration, and laterally compressed body shape.
• Peaceful & Hardy: A relatively hardy ornamental fish with peaceful behaviour, making it suitable for compatible community aquarium systems.
• Omnivorous Feeder: Accepts a wide range of feeds, incuding formulated diets.
• Captive-Breeding Potential: Captive breeding and seed production provide opportunities for sustainable ornamental fish production and reduce dependence on wild-collected specimens. In addition to its value as a brackishwater ornamental fish, is also an important food fish, offering potential for both ornamental and food-fish aquaculture.

Pricing & Ordering

• Price: ₹50 – ₹100 / piece
• Availability: Captive-bred juveniles and young adults ready for aquarium acclimation.