Family: Gobiidae
Blue Spotted Mudskipper — a Gobiidae from muddy coasts of SE China, peaceful but territorial toward its own kind. Reaches 8.2–12.1 cm; a bonded pair claims one cave; keep others elsewhere. 18–26 °C.
Boleophthalmus pectinirostris, a member of the family Gobiidae, comes from muddy coasts of SE China, where it inhabits shallow streams and estuaries over sand. Peaceful but territorial toward its own kind and small carnivore — live, frozen and fine sinking foods, it grows to 8.2–12.1 cm and adapts well to a properly set-up aquarium in the 18–26 °C range. In a community tank it pairs well with Shrimps in a species setup.
A moderate-level species: peaceful but territorial toward its own kind; stable water matters more than fancy equipment.
Aim for 18–26 °C. Stable temperate range; 18–26 °C typical for the family.
Adults reach 8.2–12.1 cm; it is bottom-dwelling. Plan for at least 176 litres.
Small carnivore — live, frozen and fine sinking foods. Vary the menu — quality flakes or pellets plus frozen or live foods.
Peaceful but territorial toward its own kind. Recommended tankmates: Shrimps in a species setup — A classic pairing for the dedicated. Avoid Other gobies of the same species without extra caves — Territorial wars over refuges.
Its home waters are muddy coasts of SE China — shallow streams and estuaries over sand, with still to gentle current.
Jumping is not a known issue; cover the tank anyway during water changes.
Hidden-clutch spawner with paternal care. Males larger and more colourful.