GOBIES-GOBY RED LIPSTICK

Usually peaceful with similarly sized fish that tolerate current.

Care at a glance

• Minimum tank 20-gallon long for a small group of confirmed Sicyopus in a mature stream tank.
• Temperature 72–79°F (22–26°C) for the commonly traded freshwater Sicyopus
• Water pH 6.5–7.5 · well-oxygenated freshwater for confirmed Sicyopus. Verify the species before acclimating. Keep ammonia and nitrite at 0 ppm.

Tankmates and setup*

Males can defend perches. Provide rock cover and a tight lid.

* Temperament varies by fish and setup.

Feeding

For confirmed Sicyopus, offer small live or thawed invertebrates and check that it eats. Feed close to its perch.

Offer bite-sized pieces of Hikari Bio-Pure Frozen Brine Shrimp for variety if accepted.