Italian Spring Goby
NameItalian Spring Goby
Scientific NamePadogobius bonelli
Common NamesItalian Spring Goby, Bonelli's Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginItaly, Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Albania
Temperamentcommunity
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)4.7
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)59-72
pH Range7.0-8.0
Compatible SpeciesSmall peaceful loaches, Other peaceful, cool-water bottom dwellers, Certain small cyprinids
Description
The Italian Spring Goby is a small, bottom-dwelling freshwater fish native to the Adriatic basin. It features a mottled brown and tan camouflage pattern, allowing it to blend seamlessly with rocky or gravel substrates. Males can display more vibrant colors during breeding and are known for their territorial behavior.
