Panda Goby Aquarium Care Guide
Paragobiodon echinocephalus
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: intermediate
- Temperament: peaceful
- Diet: carnivore
- Minimum tank size: 10 gallons
- Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with very peaceful, small invertebrates and fish. Avoid aggressive tank mates or those that might outcompete it for food. Requires a host coral (Pocillopora spp.) to thrive.
- Special requirements: Requires a healthy, established reef aquarium with a suitable host coral (Pocillopora species are preferred). Good water quality and stable parameters are crucial. They are shy and need plenty of hiding places within their coral. Feeding small, frequent meals of meaty foods is essential.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 72-78°F (22-26°C)
- pH level
- 8.1-8.4
- Hardness
- 8-12 dKH
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