West African Rockskipper
NameWest African Rockskipper
Scientific NamePeriophthalmus barbarus
Common NamesWest African Mudskipper, Atlantic Mudskipper, Common Mudskipper
FamilyGobiidae
OriginWest Africa, Atlantic Coast, Mangrove Estuaries
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)10
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range7.0-8.5
Compatible SpeciesOther Mudskippers (with caution), Fiddler Crabs, Brackish Gobies, Mollies
Description
The West African Rockskipper is an amphibious fish known for its ability to spend significant time out of water, using its strong pectoral fins to move across land. It requires a specialized paludarium setup with both aquatic and terrestrial environments to thrive. Males can be territorial, especially during breeding.
