Largesnout Goby (Awaous melanocephalus)

Parámetros de cuidado

Temperatura

18–26 °C

pH

6.5–7.5

Dureza GH

5–15 dGH

Tamaño adulto

11.2–16.5 cm

Tanque mínimo

327 L

Capa de nado

Bottom-dwelling

Dificultad

Moderada

Temperamento

Peaceful except over a chosen cave

Origen

southern Chinese coasts and estuaries

Descripción de la especie

Gobiidae species Awaous melanocephalus comes from southern Chinese coasts and estuaries. A benthic percher that spends its days darting between rock, glass and cave — structure decides its temperament. It lives on the bottom. Adults reach 11.2–16.5 cm. Pairs or small groups with ample hiding spots. Caves, stable pairs and clean sand keep this fish far calmer than open, bare tanks ever will. Maintain 18–26 °C at pH 6.5–7.5. A rewarding species for the aquarist who reads before buying.

Biotopo natural

Hábitat

Shallow streams and estuaries over sand

Corriente

Still to gentle current

Oxígeno disuelto

Moderate

Paisaje y equipo

Sustrato

Fine sand

Decoración dura

Flat stones and shells

Plantas

Sparse hardy plants

Temperamento, dieta y compañeros

Sociabilidad

Pairs or small groups with ample hiding spots

Dieta

Predatory bottom-picker; offer varied small fare

Compañeros recomendados

• Non-goby bottom fish — Ignore its territorial posturing

Evitar con

• Large aggressive fish — Shatter its sense of cover

Cría y notas

Dimorfismo sexual

Males larger and more colourful

Método de cría

Lays eggs in a sheltered cavity; males fan and guard