Generally peaceful with small fish that share its need for current.
Care at a glance
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Minimum tank 20-gallon long for a small group in a mature stream-style aquarium.
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Temperature 72–79°F (22–26°C)
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Water For confirmed Stiphodon, pH 6.5–7.5 · well-oxygenated freshwater with steady current. Keep ammonia and nitrite at 0 ppm.
Tankmates and setup*
Males may defend grazing spots. Add mature algae-covered rocks and cover the tank.
* Temperament varies by fish and setup.
Feeding
Keep established algae and biofilm to graze. Try a small piece of Hikari Algae Wafers if they take it and watch that the goby eats.
Reference photo by Lorenzo Tarocchi. Original photo · CC BY-SA 4.0
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