Marbled Goby Aquarium Care Guide
Proterorhinus marmoratus
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: intermediate
- Temperament: semi-aggressive
- Diet: carnivore
- Minimum tank size: 30 gallons (for a single specimen)
- Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with robust, similarly sized fish that can tolerate its territorial nature. Avoid keeping with very small or docile fish, as they may be preyed upon or harassed.
- Special requirements: Requires a well-filtered tank with plenty of hiding spots such as rocks, caves, and driftwood. A sand or fine gravel substrate is preferred, as they often burrow. Good water quality is essential. Can tolerate a range of salinities, from freshwater to brackish.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 18-24°C (64-75°F)
- pH level
- 7.0-8.0
- Hardness
- 10-25 dGH
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