Eastern School Whiting
NameEastern School Whiting
Scientific NameSillago flindersi
Common NamesEastern School Whiting, School Whiting
FamilySillaginidae
OriginEastern Australia, Southern Australia
Temperamentcommunity
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)14
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)68-75
pH Range8.0-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther peaceful, similarly sized marine fish, Certain gobies
Description
The Eastern School Whiting (Sillago flindersi) is a schooling marine fish native to the coastal waters of eastern and southern Australia. These slender, silvery fish inhabit sandy bottoms and seagrass beds, primarily feeding on small benthic invertebrates. Due to their size, schooling behavior, and specific marine requirements, they are rarely kept in home aquariums.
