{"product_id":"red-belted-goby","title":"Red Belted Goby","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGobies – Care Guide \u0026amp; Aquarium Companions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGobies are fascinating bottom-dwelling fish known for their unique body shapes, interesting behaviour and active personalities. Freshwater gobies are especially popular in planted, river-style and community aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the species, gobies can range from peaceful nano fish to more territorial bottom dwellers, so it is important to check the requirements of the specific variety before adding them to an aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAquarium Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA minimum of around \u003cstrong\u003e40–60 litres\u003c\/strong\u003e is suitable for many smaller freshwater gobies, while larger species require more space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGenerally \u003cstrong\u003e22°C – 28°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on the species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong\u003e6.5 – 8.0\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGobies usually prefer aquariums with plenty of rocks, caves, driftwood and hiding spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany species enjoy:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFine sand or smooth gravel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRocks and caves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDriftwood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood filtration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean, oxygen-rich water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModerate water movement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome river-dwelling gobies especially appreciate stronger water flow and high oxygen levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost freshwater gobies enjoy a protein-rich diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable foods include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSinking pellets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrine shrimp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBloodworms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDaphnia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall frozen foods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive foods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInsect-based foods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome species also graze on algae and biofilm, so a mature aquarium can be beneficial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Grouping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGobies are usually active around the bottom of the aquarium and often spend time resting on rocks or exploring caves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir temperament depends on the species. Some can be kept peacefully in groups, while others may become territorial toward other gobies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProviding multiple caves and hiding spaces helps reduce territorial disputes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable Tank Companions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the species, freshwater gobies can usually be kept with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTetras • Rasboras • Danios • Rainbowfish • Corydoras • Small Plecos • Peaceful Barbs • Shrimp • Snails and other peaceful community fish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery small shrimp or fry may be eaten by larger gobies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid keeping them with highly aggressive fish or other bottom-dwelling species that may constantly compete for territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot all gobies have the same requirements. 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