Mangrove Sleeper Goby Care Guide
Butis gymnopomus
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Bioload Score
6000
Semi-AggressiveModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 12.0 cm / 4.7"
- Temperature
- 23–28°C (74–82°F)
- pH Range
- 7.0 – 8.5
- Min Tank Size
- 120L (32 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Southeast Asia
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Carnivorous; feeds on crustaceans, smaller fish, and insects.
Community Compatibility
Suitable for brackish water setups with other species that tolerate similar conditions.
Good to Know
The Mangrove Sleeper Goby is unique for its ability to change colors and patterns to blend into its surroundings.
Gender Differences
Sexual dimorphism is minimal, though males may be slightly larger.
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