Japanese Whiting
NameJapanese Whiting
Scientific NameSillago japonica
Common NamesJapanese Whiting, Kisu
FamilySillaginidae
OriginWestern Pacific Ocean, Japan, Korea, China, Vietnam
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)120
Max Size (Inches)15
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)68-79
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarger Gobies, Some Wrasses, Snappers (in very large tanks), Other robust, similarly sized marine fish
Description
The Japanese Whiting is a slender, silvery-bodied marine fish native to the coastal waters of the Western Pacific. It is a predatory species, feeding on small invertebrates and fish, and is highly valued as a food fish in its native range. In an aquarium, it requires a large tank and stable saltwater conditions.
