Bumblebee Goby
Brachygobius doriae
Bumblebee Goby is a bottom-to-middle swimmer.
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Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 1.6" (≤ 4 cm)
- Aquarium size
- 5 US gal (20 L) or larger / ≥ 17.7" (≥ 45 cm) minimum length
- Care level
- Intermediate – Advanced
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Swimming zone
- Bottom to middle swimmer
- Temperature
- 72–79°F (22–26°C)
- pH
- 6.5–8.5
- GH
- 3–8 dGH
- KH
- 6–20 dKH
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 3 years
Care requirements
Care level: Intermediate – Advanced.
Lifespan: up to 3 years.
Aquarium size and space needs
Minimum aquarium size: 5 US gal (20 L) or larger / ≥ 17.7" (≥ 45 cm) minimum length. Plan the layout and stocking within that limit.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 22–26 °C, pH 6.5–8.5, GH 3–8 dGH, KH 6–20 dKH.
Temperament and compatibility
Bumblebee Goby needs careful companion choice because it can be territorial or semi-aggressive.
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
Use foods that suit a meatier diet and avoid combining it with fish small enough to be treated as food.
Make sure food reaches the substrate before faster fish take it.
Before adding this fish
- Plan for an aquarium of 5 US gal (20 L) or larger / ≥ 17.7" (≥ 45 cm) minimum length.
- Choose other fish carefully around this temperament.
- Offer a varied diet that matches this species.
Natural habitat and origin
Origin: Indonesia.
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FAQ
How large does Bumblebee Goby get?
Bumblebee Goby reaches ≤ 1.6" (≤ 4 cm).
What aquarium size does Bumblebee Goby need?
Use an aquarium of at least 5 US gal (20 L) or larger / ≥ 17.7" (≥ 45 cm) minimum length.
Is Bumblebee Goby peaceful?
Bumblebee Goby needs more careful companion choice because the temperament data points toward boundaries, space, or similar-sized fish.
What temperature is suitable for Bumblebee Goby?
Keep it between 22 to 26 °C.
