American Freshwater Goby
NameAmerican Freshwater Goby
Scientific NameAwaous banana
Common NamesFreshwater Goby, American Freshwater Goby, Banana Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginCentral America, South America, Caribbean, Southern North America
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)8
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesLarger Tetras, Rasboras, Peaceful Cichlids, Corydoras, Plecos, Other similarly sized, peaceful bottom dwellers
Description
The American Freshwater Goby is a bottom-dwelling fish characterized by its mottled brown and tan coloration, two distinct dorsal fins, and fused pelvic fins forming a suction cup. Native to freshwater rivers and streams throughout the Americas, it primarily grazes on algae and detritus. This species is generally peaceful but can be territorial with conspecifics.
