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Rainbow Goby
Rainbow Goby
Care requirements
- Minimum tank 20-gallon long for a small group with separate retreats
- Adult size About 2–2.5 in (5–6 cm)
- Temperature 64–75°F (18–24°C)
- Water chemistry pH 6.0–7.5 · freshwater
- Ammonia and nitrite 0 ppm
Housing & compatibility
Use smooth rocks, caves and oxygenated flow in a mature stream-style aquarium. Leave space between perches and choose tankmates that do well in cooler water.
Diet
Offer small live or frozen foods such as daphnia, brine shrimp or mysis. Place food near the bottom where the gobies can reach it.
Species notes
Rainbow goby (Rhinogobius duospilus). This supplier’s Rainbow Goby is the freshwater white-cheeked goby.
Reference photo by Laurent Pasteur. Original photo · CC BY 3.0
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