Dusky Mud Hopper (Periophthalmus modestus) es un gobiidae de its native waters; alcanza 11.5–16.8 cm a 18–26 °C.
Parámetros de cuidado
Temperatura
18–26 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
Dureza GH
5–15 dGH
Tamaño adulto
11.5–16.8 cm
Tanque mínimo
339 L
Capa de nado
Bottom-dwelling
Dificultad
Moderada
Temperamento
Calm bottom resident with clear territory boundaries
Origen
muddy coasts of SE China
Descripción de la especie
From the waters of muddy coasts of SE China comes Periophthalmus modestus, a member of the family Gobiidae. A benthic percher that spends its days darting between rock, glass and cave — structure decides its temperament. It lives on the bottom. Adults reach 11.5–16.8 cm. Singly or in pairs; every fish needs its own refuge. 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
Singly or in pairs; every fish needs its own refuge
Dieta
Meaty foods; train onto frozen then pellets
Compañeros recomendados
Non-goby bottom fish — Ignore its territorial posturing
Evitar con
Large aggressive fish — Shatter its sense of cover