Goby- White Cap

Sale Price:$240.00 Original Price:$299.00
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The Whitecap Goby (Lotilia graciliosa) is a small, fascinating species known for its symbiotic relationship with pistol shrimp. Here are the care requirements for keeping Whitecap Gobies in a home aquarium:

Tank Requirements

  • Tank Size: A minimum of 10 gallons for a single specimen, but larger tanks are preferable if housing with a pistol shrimp or other tank mates.

  • Water Parameters:

    • Temperature: 72-78°F (22-26°C)

    • pH: 8.1-8.4

    • Salinity: 1.020-1.025

    • Ammonia, Nitrite, Nitrate: 0 ppm for ammonia and nitrite; less than 20 ppm for nitrate

Habitat Setup

  • Live Rock: Provide plenty of live rock for hiding spots and to establish territories.

  • Substrate: Fine sand substrate to accommodate their burrowing behavior and the activities of their symbiotic pistol shrimp.

  • Lighting: Moderate lighting is sufficient.

Feeding

  • Diet: Whitecap Gobies are carnivorous. Offer a varied diet including:

    • Live or frozen brine shrimp

    • Mysis shrimp

    • Copepods

    • High-quality marine pellets or flakes

  • Feeding Frequency: Feed 2-3 times daily in small amounts to maintain their health and energy levels.

Behavior and Compatibility

  • Temperament: Generally peaceful and can be shy. They do well in a community tank with other peaceful species.

  • Tank Mates: Suitable tank mates include other small, non-aggressive fish and invertebrates. They have a symbiotic relationship with pistol shrimp (such as Alpheus spp.), which is beneficial and interesting to observe.

  • Symbiotic Relationship: Housing them with a pistol shrimp creates a fascinating symbiotic relationship where the shrimp digs and maintains a burrow shared with the goby, which acts as a lookout for predators.

Maintenance

  • Regular Water Changes: Perform regular water changes (10-20% weekly) to maintain water quality.

  • Filtration: Ensure strong filtration and good water circulation to maintain high water quality.

  • Health Monitoring: Regularly check for signs of disease or stress, such as changes in appetite, color, or behavior.

Special Considerations

  • Burrowing Behavior: Ensure the substrate is suitable for burrowing. Fine sand is ideal for both the goby and its symbiotic shrimp.

  • Acclimation: Use a drip acclimation method to gradually introduce the fish to your tank's water parameters to avoid shock.

  • Tank Cover: Ensure the tank has a secure cover, as gobies are known to jump, especially when startled.

By maintaining proper tank conditions and providing a suitable environment with potential symbiotic relationships, Whitecap Gobies can thrive and display their unique behaviors in your aquarium.

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The Whitecap Goby (Lotilia graciliosa) is a small, fascinating species known for its symbiotic relationship with pistol shrimp. Here are the care requirements for keeping Whitecap Gobies in a home aquarium:

Tank Requirements

  • Tank Size: A minimum of 10 gallons for a single specimen, but larger tanks are preferable if housing with a pistol shrimp or other tank mates.

  • Water Parameters:

    • Temperature: 72-78°F (22-26°C)

    • pH: 8.1-8.4

    • Salinity: 1.020-1.025

    • Ammonia, Nitrite, Nitrate: 0 ppm for ammonia and nitrite; less than 20 ppm for nitrate

Habitat Setup

  • Live Rock: Provide plenty of live rock for hiding spots and to establish territories.

  • Substrate: Fine sand substrate to accommodate their burrowing behavior and the activities of their symbiotic pistol shrimp.

  • Lighting: Moderate lighting is sufficient.

Feeding

  • Diet: Whitecap Gobies are carnivorous. Offer a varied diet including:

    • Live or frozen brine shrimp

    • Mysis shrimp

    • Copepods

    • High-quality marine pellets or flakes

  • Feeding Frequency: Feed 2-3 times daily in small amounts to maintain their health and energy levels.

Behavior and Compatibility

  • Temperament: Generally peaceful and can be shy. They do well in a community tank with other peaceful species.

  • Tank Mates: Suitable tank mates include other small, non-aggressive fish and invertebrates. They have a symbiotic relationship with pistol shrimp (such as Alpheus spp.), which is beneficial and interesting to observe.

  • Symbiotic Relationship: Housing them with a pistol shrimp creates a fascinating symbiotic relationship where the shrimp digs and maintains a burrow shared with the goby, which acts as a lookout for predators.

Maintenance

  • Regular Water Changes: Perform regular water changes (10-20% weekly) to maintain water quality.

  • Filtration: Ensure strong filtration and good water circulation to maintain high water quality.

  • Health Monitoring: Regularly check for signs of disease or stress, such as changes in appetite, color, or behavior.

Special Considerations

  • Burrowing Behavior: Ensure the substrate is suitable for burrowing. Fine sand is ideal for both the goby and its symbiotic shrimp.

  • Acclimation: Use a drip acclimation method to gradually introduce the fish to your tank's water parameters to avoid shock.

  • Tank Cover: Ensure the tank has a secure cover, as gobies are known to jump, especially when startled.

By maintaining proper tank conditions and providing a suitable environment with potential symbiotic relationships, Whitecap Gobies can thrive and display their unique behaviors in your aquarium.

The Whitecap Goby (Lotilia graciliosa) is a small, fascinating species known for its symbiotic relationship with pistol shrimp. Here are the care requirements for keeping Whitecap Gobies in a home aquarium:

Tank Requirements

  • Tank Size: A minimum of 10 gallons for a single specimen, but larger tanks are preferable if housing with a pistol shrimp or other tank mates.

  • Water Parameters:

    • Temperature: 72-78°F (22-26°C)

    • pH: 8.1-8.4

    • Salinity: 1.020-1.025

    • Ammonia, Nitrite, Nitrate: 0 ppm for ammonia and nitrite; less than 20 ppm for nitrate

Habitat Setup

  • Live Rock: Provide plenty of live rock for hiding spots and to establish territories.

  • Substrate: Fine sand substrate to accommodate their burrowing behavior and the activities of their symbiotic pistol shrimp.

  • Lighting: Moderate lighting is sufficient.

Feeding

  • Diet: Whitecap Gobies are carnivorous. Offer a varied diet including:

    • Live or frozen brine shrimp

    • Mysis shrimp

    • Copepods

    • High-quality marine pellets or flakes

  • Feeding Frequency: Feed 2-3 times daily in small amounts to maintain their health and energy levels.

Behavior and Compatibility

  • Temperament: Generally peaceful and can be shy. They do well in a community tank with other peaceful species.

  • Tank Mates: Suitable tank mates include other small, non-aggressive fish and invertebrates. They have a symbiotic relationship with pistol shrimp (such as Alpheus spp.), which is beneficial and interesting to observe.

  • Symbiotic Relationship: Housing them with a pistol shrimp creates a fascinating symbiotic relationship where the shrimp digs and maintains a burrow shared with the goby, which acts as a lookout for predators.

Maintenance

  • Regular Water Changes: Perform regular water changes (10-20% weekly) to maintain water quality.

  • Filtration: Ensure strong filtration and good water circulation to maintain high water quality.

  • Health Monitoring: Regularly check for signs of disease or stress, such as changes in appetite, color, or behavior.

Special Considerations

  • Burrowing Behavior: Ensure the substrate is suitable for burrowing. Fine sand is ideal for both the goby and its symbiotic shrimp.

  • Acclimation: Use a drip acclimation method to gradually introduce the fish to your tank's water parameters to avoid shock.

  • Tank Cover: Ensure the tank has a secure cover, as gobies are known to jump, especially when startled.

By maintaining proper tank conditions and providing a suitable environment with potential symbiotic relationships, Whitecap Gobies can thrive and display their unique behaviors in your aquarium.

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