Clifford Pope's Goby
NameClifford Pope's Goby
Scientific NameRhinogobius cliffordpopei
Common NamesClifford Pope's Goby, Pope's Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginEast Asia, China
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)2.5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)68-78
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesDanios, Larger Tetras, Rainbowfish, Rasboras, Hillstream Loaches (with caution)
Description
Clifford Pope's Goby is a small, bottom-dwelling freshwater fish native to East Asia, known for its cryptic coloration that helps it blend into rocky or sandy riverbeds. Males can be territorial, especially during breeding. They are active hunters of small invertebrates.
