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Spotted Scat
Scatophagus argus
The Spotted Scat is a medium-sized, laterally compressed fish known for its distinctive silvery-green body covered with black or brown spots. Native to the Indo-Pacific region, it thrives in a variety of brackish and coastal waters, often venturing into freshwater rivers and man…
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- Despite their attractive appearance, Spotted Scats possess venomous spines on their dorsal fins that can deliver a painful sting.
- Spotted Scats can live in both freshwater and saltwater environments, making them highly adaptable. They have specialized gill structures that help them tolerate changing salinity levels. Their name 'Scatophagus' means 'dung eater' in Greek, referring to their scavenging habits.
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