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Bumblebee Goby

Brachygobius xanthozonus
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Overview


Small, striped brackish water goby.

Origin: Southeast Asia

Family: Gobiidae

Physical Characteristics


Maximum Size: 4.00 cm
Temperament: Peaceful
Care Level: Easy
Diet Type: Carnivore

Habitat Requirements


Water Type: Brackish
Temperature Range: 24.0°C - 28.0°C
pH Range: 7.5 - 8.5
Water Hardness: 10 - 18 dGH
Minimum Tank Size: 30 liters

Care and Feeding


Diet Information:

Feeds on thawed brine shrimp and mysis shrimp.

Care Level: Easy

Breeding


Breeding Difficulty: Moderate

Egg layers with no parental care.

Compatibility


Peaceful

Can be outcompeted by aggressive fish for food.