Spotcheck Stargazer
NameSpotcheck Stargazer
Scientific NameUranoscopus guttatus
Common NamesSpeckled Stargazer, Stargazer
FamilyUranoscopidae
OriginIndo-Pacific
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)120
Max Size (Inches)18
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesNone
Description
The Spotcheck Stargazer is a unique marine fish characterized by its flattened body, upward-facing eyes, and large, upward-pointing mouth, perfectly adapted for ambushing prey from the sand. Its body is typically mottled with dark and light patterns, often covered in numerous small white spots. This predatory fish is known for its venomous spines, requiring careful handling and a species-specific aquarium.
