Bar Cheek Goby
Rhinogobius giurinus
Bar Cheek Goby is a peaceful bottom-to-middle swimmer.
Save this fish or add it directly to one of your aquariums.
Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 9 cm (≤ 3.5 in)
- Aquarium size
- 54 L or larger / ≥ 60 cm (≥ 23.6 in) minimum length
- Care level
- Intermediate
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Swimming zone
- Bottom to middle swimmer
- Temperature
- 18–24 °C
- pH
- 6.5–8.5
- GH
- 5–10 dGH
- KH
- 2–6 dKH
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 5 years
Care requirements
Care level: Intermediate.
Lifespan: up to 5 years.
Aquarium size and space needs
Minimum aquarium size: 54 L or larger / ≥ 60 cm (≥ 23.6 in) minimum length. Plan the layout and stocking within that limit.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 18–24 °C, pH 6.5–8.5, GH 5–10 dGH, KH 2–6 dKH.
Temperament and compatibility
Bar Cheek Goby is peaceful and suits calm community fish.
Swimming zone and behavior
This fish uses the lower to middle part of the aquarium, so leave enough open substrate area for movement and feeding.
Feeding
As an omnivore, Bar Cheek Goby should receive a varied diet rather than one repeated food type.
Make sure food reaches the substrate before faster fish take it.
Before adding this fish
- Plan for an aquarium of 54 L or larger / ≥ 60 cm (≥ 23.6 in) minimum length.
- Avoid aggressive or highly competitive fish.
- Offer a varied diet suitable for an omnivorous bottom-dwelling fish.
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FAQ
How large does Bar Cheek Goby get?
Bar Cheek Goby reaches ≤ 9 cm (≤ 3.5 in).
What aquarium size does Bar Cheek Goby need?
Use an aquarium of at least 54 L or larger / ≥ 60 cm (≥ 23.6 in) minimum length.
Is Bar Cheek Goby peaceful?
Yes. Bar Cheek Goby is recorded as peaceful and is best planned with calm community fish that do not harass it or dominate the feeding area.
What temperature is suitable for Bar Cheek Goby?
Keep it between 18 to 24 °C.