Monkey Goby Aquarium Care Guide
Neogobius fluviatilis
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: intermediate
- Temperament: territorial
- Diet: carnivore
- Minimum tank size: 75 gallons (280 liters)
- Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with robust, similarly sized fish that can tolerate its territorial nature. Avoid small, docile fish.
- Special requirements: Requires a well-filtered tank with plenty of hiding spots (rocks, caves, driftwood) and a sandy or fine gravel substrate. Good water circulation is beneficial. Can tolerate brackish conditions.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 10-24°C (50-75°F)
- pH level
- 7.0-8.5
- Hardness
- 10-25 dGH
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