Male Desert Goby in spawning colors. |
| Latin Name: Chlamydogobius eremius |
| Common Name: Desert Goby |
| Origin: Australia |
| Size: 2 inch (5cm) |
| Sexual Differences: Males more colorful during spawning |
| Suggested Minimum Tank Size: 5 gallon + |
| Water Chemistry: Adaptable to most local water conditions |
| Preferred Temperature: 68-80°F (20-27°C) |
| Special Considerations: Short Lived |
| Feeding: Finicky - frozen, small live foods |
| Availability: Rare |
A tiny colorful goby from Australia.
This fish prefers frozen or live food.
The desert Goby has a short lifespan, rarely lives longer than 1 year.
A 5 gallon tank will be fine for a pair, and it is best to keep only one male in a tank.
The male has all the colors, females are a plain mottled gray.
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