Bumble Bee Goby, Tropical fish, nano fish, pet city
Bumble Bee Goby, Tropical fish, nano fish, pet city

Bumble Bee Goby

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Live Fish

Size: x 1
  • DOA Cover*
  • Insulated Box & Heat Pads
Shipping & Returns

All live fish are shipped using NZPost overnight services with authority to leave (no signature).

We cannot guarantee the overnight services, this is a service that we/you pay for; but is not guaranteed.

We DO NOT offer returns on any alive animal.

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Dead On Arrival (DOA) Cover*
  • DOA must be reported within 2 hours of delivery.
  • Bags must remain sealed (do not remove rubber band or tape)
  • Photos & Videos must be supplied this can be emailed or sent through live chat; including your order No. (minimum 3 clear images, showing dead fish & sealed bag)
  • DOA does not apply once the bags are opened & fish have been released.
  • DOA does not apply to any Rural (RD) address.

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Introducing New Fish

Follow these steps to minimize stress and ensure a smooth transition for your new fish!

  1. Float the Bag: Place the sealed bag containing the new fish in the tank. This equalizes the temperature between bag and tank water.
  2. Open and Add Tank Water Gradually: After about 5 minutes, open the bag and add a small amount of aquarium water into it every 5 minutes for 15–30 minutes. This helps the fish acclimate to the tank’s water chemistry.
  3. Wait 15–30 Minutes: Let the fish adjust to the water temperature and chemistry gradually in the bag.
  4. Release Fish: Gently release the fish into the tank without pouring the original bag water in.
Size

Bumble Bee Goby

Gobies from the Brachygobius genus, better known as bumblebee gobies, are tiny bottom dwelling aquarium fish species featuring a bee-like yellow and black striped pattern. This species is not the best choice for most community aquariums as when older requires brackish water.

These fish are very personable and have interesting behaviors to set back in watch.

Species Overview

  • Scientific Name: Brachygobius spp.

  • Common Names: Bumblebee Goby, Goldenbanded Goby

  • Origin: Southeast Asia (Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand)

  • Habitat: Shallow, slow-moving waters; often found in brackish environments

  • Size: Typically 1.5 inches (3.8 cm); some species up to 4.4 cm

  • Lifespan: 2–3 years; with optimal care, up to 4–5 year

Tank Requirements

  • Tank Size: Minimum 38 liters

  • Water Parameters:

    • Temperature: 22–29°C

    • pH: 7.0–8.5

    • Hardness: 9–19 dKH

    • Salinity: Specific gravity of 1.002–1.006 (brackish water)

  • Substrate: Fine sand to accommodate bottom-dwelling behavior

  • Decor: Plenty of hiding spots using rocks, caves, and plants

Diet and Feeding

Bumblebee Gobies are carnivorous and prefer live foods. Their diet should include

  • Live brine shrimp

  • Daphnia

  • Bloodworms

  • Microworm

Some individuals may accept frozen variants, but dry foods are often rejected

Behavior and Tank Mates

  • Temperament: Generally peaceful but can be territorial, especially males

  • Social Structure: Best kept in groups of 5–6 to reduce aggression

  • Tank Mates: Compatible with other small, peaceful, brackish-water species

Breeding

Breeding Bumblebee Gobies in captivity is challenging due to their specific requirements. They are cave spawners, with males guarding the eggs until they hatch. Providing suitable breeding caves and maintaining optimal water conditions are crucial for successful breeding.

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