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Common Goby Aquarium Care Guide

Pomatoschistus microps

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Keeping Common Goby in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: intermediate
  • Temperament: peaceful
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 20 gallons
  • Compatibility: Generally compatible with other small, peaceful brackish or marine species. Avoid aggressive or much larger tank mates.
  • Special requirements: Requires a well-established brackish or marine aquarium with fine sand substrate for burrowing, ample hiding places (rocks, shells), and good water quality. Can be sensitive to sudden changes in water parameters. A varied diet of small live or frozen invertebrates is essential.

Water parameters

Temperature
10-22°C (50-72°F)
pH level
7.5-8.5
Hardness
10-25 dGH

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