Silver Scat “Spot-Banded” – Selenotoca multifasciata

Bring a flash of iridescent silver and bold contrast to your brackish aquarium with the Spot-Banded Silver Scat. Native to Indo-Pacific estuaries, these peaceful shoalers display a striking pattern of dark spots and bands against a gleaming body. Hardy and adaptable, they thrive in mixed brackish setups and help control algae and detritus.

Key Features:

• Species: Selenotoca multifasciata (Silver Scat “Spot-Banded”)

• Temperament: Peaceful schooling fish; best kept in groups of 5+

• Water Parameters:

  • Salinity: SG 1.005–1.010 (low brackish)

  • Temperature: 22–28 °C

  • pH: 7.5–8.2 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

  • Hardness: 10–20 °dGH

• Diet: Omnivorous—accepts flakes, pellets, algae-wafers, frozen & live foods

• Origin: Coastal rivers and estuaries of the Indo-Pacific

Care & Setup Tips:

1. Brackish Mix: Gradually add marine salt to achieve SG 1.005–1.010.

2. Tank Décor: Provide rockwork and driftwood for shelter, plus open mid-water space for schooling.

3. Filtration & Flow: Use moderate filtration with gentle surface agitation.

4. Feeding Routine: Offer varied diet 2–3× weekly, including vegetable-based flakes to support their omnivorous needs.

5. Water Changes: Perform 20 % weekly to maintain crisp water quality.

What’s Included:

• One healthy, disease-screened Spot-Banded Silver Scat

• Secure brackish-water packaging and detailed acclimation guide