Western School Whiting
NameWestern School Whiting
Scientific NameSillago vittata
Common NamesWestern School Whiting, Banded Sillago
FamilySillaginidae
OriginIndo-West Pacific, Western Australia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)120
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-79
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther whiting species, Larger gobies, Wrasses, Snappers (appropriately sized), Groupers (appropriately sized)
Description
The Western School Whiting is a slender, silvery-white marine fish with faint oblique bands, typically found over sandy or muddy bottoms. They are benthic predators, feeding on small invertebrates and fish. This species is generally peaceful but requires a large marine aquarium due to its adult size and active nature.
