Blueback Sprat
NameBlueback Sprat
Scientific NameSprattus sprattus
Common NamesEuropean Sprat, Brisling, Skipper, Whitebait
FamilyClupeidae
OriginNortheast Atlantic Ocean, Baltic Sea, Mediterranean Sea, Black Sea
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)5000
Max Size (Inches)7
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)40-68
pH Range7.8-8.4
Compatible SpeciesNone (not suitable for typical home aquariums)
Description
The Blueback Sprat, also known as European Sprat, is a small, silvery, schooling marine fish. Found in temperate waters of the Northeast Atlantic, Baltic, Mediterranean, and Black Seas, they are a crucial forage fish. These planktivorous fish form large shoals and are not typically kept in home aquariums due to their specialized needs as pelagic schooling fish.
