Rhinogobius candidianus, a member of the family Gobiidae, is native to mountain streams of E & S China. Every rock overhang is real estate; give each fish a cave and the tank stays peaceful. It lives on the bottom. Adults reach 4.7–6.8 cm. Pairs or small groups with ample hiding spots. Provide fine sand or smooth gravel, a cave per fish, and gentle to moderate flow. Maintain 18–26 °C at pH 6.5–7.5. Undemanding once its core needs are met.
原生環境
生息地
Shallow streams and estuaries over sand
水流
Still to gentle current
溶存酸素
Moderate
レイアウトと設備
底床
Fine sand
流木・石組
Flat stones and shells
水草
Sparse hardy plants
性格・餌・混泳
群泳性
Pairs or small groups with ample hiding spots
餌
Predatory bottom-picker; offer varied small fare
おすすめの混泳相手
Shrimps in a species setup — A classic pairing for the dedicated
混泳しないほうがいい相手
Other gobies of the same species without extra caves — Territorial wars over refuges
繁殖と注意点
雌雄の違い
Males larger and more colourful
繁殖方法
Lays eggs in a sheltered cavity; males fan and guard