Chestnut Goby
NameChestnut Goby
Scientific NameGymnogobius castaneus
Common NamesChestnut Goby, Kuroda's Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginEast Asia, Japan, Korea, China
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)5.9
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)50-77
pH Range6.5-8.0
Compatible SpeciesOther temperate gobies (with caution), Small, peaceful temperate cyprinids, Other non-aggressive, bottom-dwelling temperate fish
Description
The Chestnut Goby is a temperate goby species native to East Asia, found in rivers, estuaries, and coastal areas, often exhibiting diadromous behavior. It features a mottled brown body coloration and distinctively patterned dorsal fins. This species is generally peaceful but can be territorial with conspecifics, making it suitable for a species-specific or carefully chosen community aquarium.
