Tanegasima Goby
NameTanegasima Goby
Scientific NameCallogobius tanegasimae
Common NamesTanegasima Goby, Tanegashima-haze
FamilyGobiidae
OriginWestern Pacific, Japan, Taiwan, Philippines, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Australia, New Caledonia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)3
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range7.5-8.5
Compatible SpeciesOther peaceful small gobies (non-conspecifics), Blennies, Small damselfish (in marine setups), Mollies (in brackish setups)
Description
The Tanegasima Goby is a small, benthic fish native to the Western Pacific, found in coastal waters, estuaries, and sometimes freshwater river sections. It prefers sandy or muddy substrates and feeds on small benthic invertebrates. This adaptable species can be kept in brackish or marine aquariums.
