Grass Goby Aquarium Care Guide
Zosterisessor ophiocephalus
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: advanced
- Temperament: territorial
- Diet: carnivore
- Minimum tank size: 150 gallons (570 liters)
- Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with very robust, similarly sized fish that can tolerate its territorial nature. Avoid small or docile tank mates.
- Special requirements: Requires a large tank with ample hiding places, including caves and dense vegetation. A soft, sandy substrate is essential for burrowing. Good filtration and stable water parameters are crucial. Can be sensitive to poor water quality.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 10-24°C (50-75°F)
- pH level
- 7.5-8.5
- Hardness
- 10-25 dGH
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