Giant Goby
NameGiant Goby
Scientific NameGobius cobitis
Common NamesGiant Goby, Rock Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginEastern Atlantic, Mediterranean Sea, Black Sea
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)11
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)60-75
pH Range7.5-8.5
Compatible SpeciesLarger Mullet, Larger Blennies, Monos (brackish), Scats (brackish)
Description
The Giant Goby is a large, robust bottom-dwelling fish characterized by its mottled brown and grey camouflage, allowing it to blend seamlessly with rocky or sandy substrates. Found in coastal waters, estuaries, and lagoons, it is an opportunistic omnivore feeding on benthic invertebrates and algae. This species requires a spacious tank with stable brackish to marine conditions and can be territorial.
