Bumblebee Goby (Brachygobius xanthomelas) is a strikingly patterned nano fish with bold black and yellow bands that resemble a bumblebee. Known for their unique appearance and bottom-dwelling habits, they are best suited for a peaceful, species-specific or
Bumblebee Goby (Brachygobius xanthomelas) is a strikingly patterned nano fish with bold black and yellow bands that resemble a bumblebee. Known for their unique appearance and bottom-dwelling habits, they are best suited for a peaceful, species-specific or carefully selected community setup.
Description:
Common Name: Bumblebee Goby
Scientific Name: Brachygobius xanthomelas
Family: Gobiidae
Size: 11.5 inches
Temperament: Peaceful, territorial toward own kind
Difficulty: Moderate
Native Region:
Southeast Asia (slow-moving and brackish waters)
Aquarium Setup:
Tank Size: Minimum 10 gallons
Temperature: 7482F
pH: 6.57.5
Hardness: Moderate
Decor: Sand or fine gravel substrate, plenty of caves, driftwood, and plants
Additional Tips:
Water Type: Prefer slightly brackish water (add small amount of marine salt), though some adapt to freshwater
Tankmates: Best with small, peaceful fish that tolerate similar conditions
Diet: Carnivorous requires live or frozen foods like brine shrimp, daphnia, or bloodworms
Behavior: Bottom-oriented and slow-moving; may show territorial behavior to conspecifics in small spaces
Cost: | $25 |
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