Lizard Goby (Rhinogobius flumineus)

Familia: Gobiidae

Pez de agua dulce semiagresivo y carnívoro, de la familia de los góbidos, originario de Japón. Cuidado cuidado moderado.

Parámetros de cuidado

Temperatura
18–26 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
Dureza GH
5–15 dGH
Tamaño adulto
4.9–7 cm
Tanque mínimo
70 L
Capa de nado
Bottom; rests and forages low
Dificultad
Moderada
Temperamento
Semi-aggressive
Origen
Japón

Descripción de la especie

Rhinogobius flumineus, a member of the family Gobiidae, comes from Japan, where it inhabits clear streams, rivers and still waters. Semi-aggressive and carnivore; quality prepared foods with variety; regular frozen or live foods, it grows to 4.9–7 cm and adapts well to a properly set-up aquarium in the 18–26 °C range. Other Rhinogobius species in our database include Rhinogobius brunneus, Rhinogobius cliffordpopei, Rhinogobius giurinus.

Biotopo natural

Hábitat
Clear streams, rivers and still waters
Corriente
Strong current with heavy aeration
Oxígeno disuelto
Demands high dissolved oxygen

Paisaje y equipo

Sustrato
Smooth gravel and sand with open floor space
Decoración dura
Driftwood, water-worn stones and shelters that mimic the native biotope
Plantas
Hardy plants on hardscape; keep the floor open

Temperamento, dieta y compañeros

Sociabilidad
Solitary, pairs or small groups
Dieta
Carnivore; quality prepared foods with variety; regular frozen or live foods
Compañeros recomendados
  • Amur False Gudgeon — Similar size and water needs
  • China-Bitterling — Similar size and water needs
  • Acanthorhodeus chankaensis — Similar size and water needs
Evitar con
  • Large aggressive cichlids — Bullying and injury risk
  • Known fin nippers — Constant stress and fin damage

Cría y notas

Dimorfismo sexual
Males are typically slimmer and more intensely colored; females fuller-bodied
Método de cría
Spawning; condition with rich foods and simulate seasonal changes

Preguntas frecuentes

¿Es fácil cuidar a Lizard Goby?

Dificultad media. Semi-aggressive; Solitary, pairs or small groups.

¿Qué temperatura y agua necesita Lizard Goby?

18–26 °C con estabilidad; pH 6.5–7.5, GH 5–15 dGH.

¿Qué tamaño alcanza Lizard Goby y qué acuario necesita?

Tamaño adulto: 4.9–7 cm. Mínimo 70 L.

¿Qué come Lizard Goby?

Carnivore; quality prepared foods with variety; regular frozen or live foods. Combina pienso con alimentos congelados o vivos.

¿Puede convivir Lizard Goby con otros peces?

Sí, con criterio. Semi-aggressive — combínalo con Amur False Gudgeon — Similar size and water needs, China-Bitterling — Similar size and water needs, Acanthorhodeus chankaensis — Similar size and water needs. Aleja Large aggressive cichlids — Bullying and injury risk, Known fin nippers — Constant stress and fin damage.

¿De dónde es originario Lizard Goby?

De Japón: clear streams, rivers and still waters, con strong current with heavy aeration.

¿Cómo se reproduce Lizard Goby?

En acuario: spawning; condition with rich foods and simulate seasonal changes. Males are typically slimmer and more intensely colored; females fuller-bodied.