Aquaria
Hinsby's Goby

Hinsby's Goby

NameHinsby's Goby
Scientific NameTasmanogobius hinsbyi
Common NamesHinsby's Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginSoutheastern Australia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)15
Max Size (Inches)2
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)68-75
pH Range7.0-8.5
Compatible SpeciesOther small, peaceful brackish fish, Brackish-tolerant Mollies, Small estuarine fish

Description

The Hinsby's Goby is a small, camouflaged bottom-dwelling fish native to southeastern Australian estuaries. It exhibits a mottled pattern that helps it blend into sandy or muddy substrates. This species is generally peaceful but can be territorial with its own kind in smaller environments.

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