Mangrove Flathead Goby
NameMangrove Flathead Goby
Scientific NameGlossogobius giuris
Common NamesFlathead Goby, Tank Goby, River Goby, Bar-eyed Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, East Africa, Australia, Southeast Asia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range7.0-8.5
Compatible SpeciesLarger Mollies, Archerfish, Target Fish, Other robust brackish water fish, Larger peaceful Cichlids (in freshwater setups)
Description
The Mangrove Flathead Goby is a robust, euryhaline fish characterized by its flattened head and mottled, camouflaged coloration. This predatory species inhabits a wide range of environments, from freshwater rivers to brackish estuaries and coastal marine waters. While generally peaceful, it can exhibit territorial behavior, especially towards other bottom-dwelling fish.
