Estuarine Goby
NameEstuarine Goby
Scientific NameGlossogobius callidus
Common NamesEstuarine Goby, Mud Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginIndo-West Pacific, Southeast Asia, Australia, India
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range7.0-8.5
Compatible SpeciesMollies, Bumblebee Gobies, Archerfish, Other robust brackish water fish
Description
The Estuarine Goby is a slender, mottled brown fish with a flattened head and prominent eyes, typically found in brackish estuaries. This territorial species requires a well-filtered brackish setup and thrives on a carnivorous diet of small invertebrates and fish.
