Mudskipper
Periophthalmus barbarus — Amphibious goby that walks on land; needs a paludarium with land and brackish water, specialist.
Care at a glance
| Scientific name | Periophthalmus barbarus |
|---|---|
| Type | oddball |
| Adult size | 6" |
| Minimum tank | 40 gal |
| Group size | 2+ |
| Temperament | semi_aggressive |
| Temperature | 75-86°F |
| pH | 7.5-8.5 |
| GH | 15-25 |
| Diet | Insects, small crustaceans, worms, flies |
| Swimming zone | all |
| Care level | difficult |
| Plant-safe | No |