Atiti Goby
NameAtiti Goby
Scientific NameSicyopterus stimpsoni
Common NamesAtiti Goby, Stimpsons Goby, Hawaiian Goby, O'opu Nopili
FamilyGobiidae
OriginHawaii, United States
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietherbivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)6.5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)70-78
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesOther fast-water gobies (e.g., Stiphodon gobies), Hillstream Loaches (e.g., Sewellia lineolata), Small, peaceful schooling fish (e.g., Danios) that tolerate high flow
Description
The Atiti Goby, also known as the Hawaiian Goby, is an amphidromous fish endemic to Hawaii's fast-flowing freshwater streams. It possesses a specialized mouth adapted for scraping diatoms and algae from rocks, making it a dedicated herbivore. This species requires a mature aquarium with strong currents, high oxygenation, and abundant biofilm for grazing.
