Western Greece Goby
NameWestern Greece Goby
Scientific NameEconomidichthys pygmaeus
Common NamesPygmy Goby, Western Greece Pygmy Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginWestern Greece, Achelous River Basin, Evinos River Basin, Lake Trichonis
Temperamentcommunity
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)10
Max Size (Inches)2
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)64-75
pH Range7.0-8.0
Compatible SpeciesWhite Cloud Mountain Minnow, Small peaceful loaches, Other small, peaceful gobies (with adequate space), Small, non-aggressive tetras
Description
The Western Greece Goby is a small, bottom-dwelling freshwater fish endemic to Western Greece, known for its mottled brown coloration and distinctively spiny dorsal fins. Males exhibit more vibrant colors during breeding and can display territorial behavior. They are best kept in a species-specific tank or with other peaceful, similarly sized fish.
