Stripe-backed Goby Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Stripe-backed Goby in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 20 gallons (75 liters)
• Compatibility: Best kept with similarly sized, robust, brackish or hard freshwater fish. Avoid very small or fin-nipping species. Can be kept in groups if ample hiding spots are provided, but males can be territorial towards each other.
• Special requirements: Requires brackish water conditions for optimal health and longevity, though it can tolerate hard freshwater. A sandy or fine gravel substrate is preferred, along with plenty of hiding spots such as rocks, caves, and driftwood. Live or frozen foods are essential for their diet. Good filtration and stable water parameters are crucial.

Water parameters

Temperature

22-28°C (72-82°F)

pH level

7.0-8.5

Hardness

10-25 dGH

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