Aquaria
Scrobiculate Goby

Scrobiculate Goby

NameScrobiculate Goby
Scientific NameGymnogobius scrobiculatus
Common NamesScrobiculate Goby, Scrobiculate Mud Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginEast Asia, Japan, Korea, China
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)4
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)68-78
pH Range7.0-8.0
Compatible SpeciesBumblebee Goby, Mollies (brackish tolerant varieties), Other small, robust brackish fish

Description

The Scrobiculate Goby is a small, bottom-dwelling fish native to estuaries and coastal waters of East Asia. It is known for its territorial nature, especially during breeding, and prefers a diet of small invertebrates. While often found in brackish environments, it can tolerate freshwater conditions.

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