Bato Goby
NameBato Goby
Scientific NameApocryptes bato
Common NamesBato Goby, Indian Mudskipper
FamilyGobiidae
OriginIndo-West Pacific, India, Bangladesh, Myanmar
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)5
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range7.0-8.5
Compatible SpeciesMollies, Bumblebee Gobies, Target Fish, Other small brackish gobies
Description
The Bato Goby is a fascinating brackish water fish native to estuaries and coastal areas of the Indo-West Pacific. It is a type of mudskipper, capable of spending time both in and out of the water, requiring a specialized paludarium setup. They are generally peaceful but can be territorial with their own kind.
