Yellowstripe Goby
Mugilogobius chulae
Yellowstripe Goby is a peaceful bottom-to-middle swimmer.
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Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 1.6" (≤ 4 cm)
- Care level
- Intermediate
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Swimming zone
- Bottom to middle swimmer
- Temperature
- 72–82°F (22–28°C)
- pH
- 7–8
- GH
- 5–15 dGH
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 5 years
Care requirements
Care level: Intermediate.
Lifespan: up to 5 years.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 22–28 °C, pH 7–8, GH 5–15 dGH.
Temperament and compatibility
Yellowstripe 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
Use foods that suit a meatier diet and avoid combining it with fish small enough to be treated as food.
Small live or frozen crustaceans and larvae; do not rely solely on flake food.
Before adding this fish
- Avoid aggressive or highly competitive fish.
- Offer a varied diet suited to this species’ documented feeding habits.
Natural habitat and origin
Origin: Indonesia Taiwan Philippines Thailand.
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FAQ
How large does Yellowstripe Goby get?
Yellowstripe Goby reaches ≤ 1.6" (≤ 4 cm).
Is Yellowstripe Goby peaceful?
Yes. Yellowstripe 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 Yellowstripe Goby?
Keep it between 22 to 28 °C.
