Taijiang Snubnose Goby
NameTaijiang Snubnose Goby
Scientific NameRhinogobius taijiangensis
Common NamesTaijiang Snubnose Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginTaiwan, Taijiang National Park, Estuaries, Coastal Rivers
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)15
Max Size (Inches)2.4
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range7.0-8.0
Compatible SpeciesOther small, peaceful gobies, Small peaceful schooling fish (e.g., Guppies, Endler's Livebearers), Nerite Snails
Description
The Taijiang Snubnose Goby is a small, bottom-dwelling fish endemic to Taiwan, typically found in estuaries and coastal rivers. It possesses a mottled, camouflaged body pattern that helps it blend with sandy or rocky substrates. This species is euryhaline, adapting to both freshwater and brackish conditions.
