Couch's Goby
NameCouch's Goby
Scientific NameGobius couchii
Common NamesCouch's Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginEastern Atlantic, British Isles, Bay of Biscay
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)50-68
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther peaceful temperate gobies, Temperate blennies, Small temperate wrasses, Non-aggressive temperate invertebrates
Description
Couch's goby is a small, temperate marine fish found in the Eastern Atlantic, particularly around the British Isles. It exhibits a mottled brown and grey coloration, providing excellent camouflage on sandy or rocky seafloors. This bottom-dwelling species is generally shy and requires a specialized temperate marine aquarium setup, including a chiller to maintain its preferred cool water temperatures.
