Breunig's Goby
NameBreunig's Goby
Scientific NameGymnogobius breunigii
Common NamesBreunig's Goby, Japanese Freshwater Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginJapan, Korea, East Asia
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)15
Max Size (Inches)3.5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)68-77
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesSmall Rasboras, Small Danios, Peaceful Tetras, Otocinclus Catfish, Other peaceful, similarly sized bottom dwellers
Description
Gymnogobius breunigii, commonly known as Breunig's Goby, is a small, bottom-dwelling freshwater fish native to rivers and estuaries of Japan and Korea. It features a mottled brown body with prominent dorsal fins and is generally peaceful, though it can be territorial with other gobies. This species thrives in well-oxygenated tanks with plenty of hiding spots.
