Scatty
Scatophagus tetracanthus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–5 m
- Max size: 30 cm
- For divers: dangerous
- IUCN status: LC
This deep bodied scat haunts harbours, estuaries and the lower reaches of rivers, grazing on detritus and small bottom invertebrates in shoals. Sharp spines along its back carry venom from a gland at the base, so a careless handler gets a painful sting.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Scatophagidae › Scatophagus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218715.
FAQ
- How deep does the Scatty live?
- The Scatty (Scatophagus tetracanthus) is typically found at 0–5 m.
- Is the Scatty dangerous to divers?
- The Scatty can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Scatty get?
- The Scatty grows to about 30 cm.