Aquaria
Formosan Brook Goby

Formosan Brook Goby

NameFormosan Brook Goby
Scientific NameRhinogobius candidianus
Common NamesFormosan Brook Goby, Taiwan Goby, Brook Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginTaiwan
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)3
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)68-78
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesSmall peaceful loaches, Danios, Other small, peaceful gobies (with adequate space), Hillstream loaches

Description

The Formosan Brook Goby is a small, bottom-dwelling freshwater fish native to the clear, flowing streams and rivers of Taiwan. It exhibits excellent camouflage, blending seamlessly with rocky substrates. While generally peaceful, males can display territorial behavior towards conspecifics, especially during breeding.

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