This beautiful nano fish displays bright neon blue coloration in males, is very peaceful with dwarf shrimp, and is very hardy in a mature aquarium that is rich in algae and biofilm.
Blue Neon Dwarf Goby (Stiphodon atropurpureus) is a very rare freshwater dwarf goby that is native to Japan, Taiwan, and Micronesia. It is known for the bright neon blue color that male (and, to a lesser degree, some female) specimens display. Females are not as colorful, but are still very attractively marked with horizontal black and cream-colored stripes. This fascinating, peaceful fish is an algae and biofilm grazer that is an excellent candidate for the mature nano aquarium.
RECOMMENDED TANK PARAMETERS:
- Temperature: 68° – 82° F (20° – 27.7° C), but additional aeration/oxygenation is required at the high end of this range.
- pH: 5.5 – 7.0
- KH: 4 – 8 dKH
- Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons for a single specimen or pair, 30+ gallons for a group
- CARE INFORMATION:
- Diet: Omnivorous. Typically accepts some dry foods and frozen foods, but requires ample algae and biofilm for longevity
- Social Behavior: Peaceful with other species, but multiple males may have minor squabbles. Ample territory is recommended for multiple males
- Origin: Taiwan, Japan, and Micronesia
- Average Adult Size: 1.2 – 1.4 inches (3 – 3.5 cm)
- Average Purchase Size: 1-1.2 inch (1.3 – 2.5 cm)
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