Bumblebee Goby Aquarium Care Guide
Brachygobius xanthomelas
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: intermediate
- Temperament: peaceful
- Diet: carnivore
- Minimum tank size: 10 gallons (38 liters)
- Compatibility: Best kept in species-specific tanks or with other small, peaceful brackish water fish that are not fin-nippers. Avoid very active or large tank mates that might outcompete them for food or stress them.
- Special requirements: Requires brackish water conditions for optimal health and longevity, though some individuals can adapt to hard freshwater. A well-established tank with plenty of hiding spots (caves, driftwood, dense planting) and a sandy or fine gravel substrate is essential. They are sensitive to water quality fluctuations and require stable parameters. Live or frozen foods are preferred.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 22-28°C (72-82°F)
- pH level
- 7.0-8.5
- Hardness
- 10-20 dGH (specific gravity 1.002-1.010 for brackish)
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