Dusky Frillgoby
NameDusky Frillgoby
Scientific NameBathygobius fuscus
Common NamesDusky Frillgoby, Dusky Goby, Frillgoby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, East Africa, Red Sea, Persian Gulf, Japan, Australia
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)4
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range7.5-8.5
Compatible SpeciesOther peaceful small gobies (with caution), Mollies (in brackish setups), Small blennies, Peaceful damselfish (in marine setups), Various marine/brackish invertebrates
Description
The Dusky Frillgoby is a small, camouflaged fish native to the Indo-Pacific region, often found in shallow coastal waters, estuaries, and tidal pools. It is a bottom-dweller that blends well with sandy or rocky substrates and can tolerate a range of salinities from brackish to marine. This species primarily feeds on small invertebrates and detritus.
