Oxeye Scad
NameOxeye Scad
Scientific NameSelar boops
Common NamesOxeye Scad, Bigeye Scad
FamilyCarangidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, East Africa, Red Sea, Persian Gulf, Japan, Australia
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)10
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesNot suitable for typical home aquariums
Description
The Oxeye Scad is a schooling, pelagic marine fish found throughout the tropical Indo-Pacific. It is characterized by its silvery body, a distinctive yellow stripe along its lateral line, and notably large eyes. This predatory species primarily feeds on zooplankton, small crustaceans, and small fish.
