This beautiful stream goby is named for the vivid red colouration that develops around the mouth of mature males. Native to fast-flowing tropical streams, it spends much of its time grazing algae and biofilm from rocks. Strong water movement and excellent oxygenation are essential for long-term success.
| Fish Info | |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sicyopus jonklaasi |
| Experience Level | Intermediate |
| Tank Size Need | Small (Under 20 Gal) |
| Adult Size | 5cm |
| pH Range | 5.0 - 6.5 |
| Swimming Zone | Bottom Dweller |
| Temperament | Semi-Aggressive |
| Water Hardness | 2 - 10 dGH |
| Type of Diet | Carnivorous |
| Group Behavior | Solitary / Territorial |
| Temperature Range | Standard Tropical (72°F - 78°F) |
Lipstick Goby (Sicyopus jonklaasi)
This beautiful stream goby is named for the vivid red colouration that develops around the mouth of mature males. Native to fast-flowing tropical streams, it spends much of its time grazing algae and biofilm from rocks. Strong water movement and excellent oxygenation are essential for long-term success.
| Fish Info | |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sicyopus jonklaasi |
| Experience Level | Intermediate |
| Tank Size Need | Small (Under 20 Gal) |
| Adult Size | 5cm |
| pH Range | 5.0 - 6.5 |
| Swimming Zone | Bottom Dweller |
| Temperament | Semi-Aggressive |
| Water Hardness | 2 - 10 dGH |
| Type of Diet | Carnivorous |
| Group Behavior | Solitary / Territorial |
| Temperature Range | Standard Tropical (72°F - 78°F) |
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