Aspro Loach Goby
NameAspro Loach Goby
Scientific NameRomanogobio aspro
Common NamesAspro Loach Goby, Aspro
FamilyCyprinidae
OriginEurope, Danube River Basin, Romania
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4.5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-72
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesOther peaceful, cool-water cyprinids, Small dace, Minnows, Peaceful bottom-dwelling fish
Description
The Aspro Loach Goby is a slender, bottom-dwelling freshwater fish native to the cool, clear waters of the Danube River basin. It exhibits cryptic coloration with dark horizontal bands, allowing it to camouflage effectively among rocks and gravel. This species uses its barbels to forage for small invertebrates in its natural riverbed habitat.
