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Datasheet
| Minimum Tank Size | 60 litres / 15.85 US gallons |
| Temperament | Peaceful |
| Care Description | Easy |
| Temperature | 23.3°C / 73.94°F - 26.1°C / 78.98°F |
| pH | 6.8-7.5 |
General Description
The Red Lips Goby, belonging to the Gobiidae family, is characterized by its striking red coloration and intricate patterns for camouflaging. These Gobies have elongated, slender bodies with fused pelvic fins that create a disc-shaped sucker, aiding in their attachment to surfaces like rocks, corals, and aquarium walls. In their natural habitat, Red Lips Gobies inhabit small, swiftly moving mountain streams with rocky substrates.
Aquarium Setup
For optimal care, recreate the Red Lips Goby's natural environment in the aquarium by providing a rocky bottom, high aeration, and strong water movement. Utilize powerheads to achieve a fast-flowing, oxygen-rich setting, ensuring the airline tubing attached draws in fresh air. A slightly oversized filter can enhance filtration and water circulation, while maintaining cooler water temperatures to elevate dissolved oxygen levels. Securing a tight-fitting lid or canopy is crucial to prevent escape.
Behaviour
With a peaceful temperament, the Red Lips Goby thrives in community tanks alongside tranquil, small fish species that share similar tank and water parameter requirements. They exhibit active foraging behaviors, utilizing algae and other food sources that grow on rocks within the aquarium. These Gobies readily accept a variety of small-sized food items and can be supplemented with sinking carnivore pellets, algae wafers, and high-quality flake foods.
Feeding and Diet
Being omnivorous, the Red Lips Goby's diet consists of a variety of foods, including algae, small live or frozen invertebrates, and commercial fish feeds that sink to the bottom of the tank. To provide a balanced diet, offer sinking carnivore pellets, algae wafers, and high-quality flake foods that cater to their dietary needs.
Reproduction & Dimorphism
Information on the specific reproduction and dimorphism traits of the Red Lips Goby is not provided.
Habitat and Distribution
These Gobies are commonly found in freshwater mountain streams with swift currents and rocky substrates, which are typical of its natural habitat. The species Sicyopus rubicundus, to which the Red Lips Goby belongs, thrives in environments with pH levels ranging from 6.8 to 7.5 and temperatures between 23.3 to 26.1 degrees Celsius.