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Sand Goby Aquarium Care Guide

Pomatoschistus minutus

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Keeping Sand Goby in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: intermediate
  • Temperament: peaceful
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 30 gallons
  • Compatibility: Best kept in species-specific tanks or with other small, peaceful, cold-water marine fish that tolerate similar conditions. Avoid aggressive or much larger tank mates.
  • Special requirements: Requires a sandy substrate for burrowing, ample hiding spots, and good water quality. A mature tank with established microfauna is beneficial as they are active foragers. Live or frozen small invertebrates are essential for their diet.

Water parameters

Temperature
10-20°C (50-68°F)
pH level
7.5-8.5
Hardness
10-25 dGH

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