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African Mudskipper

Periophthalmus barbarus

African Mudskipper (Periophthalmus barbarus) aquarium profile: minimum 30 gallon tank, 6 inch adult size, 76-84°F temperature range, and advanced care. Keep a group of at least 2.

Community leaningAdvanced care
African Mudskipper aquarium fish
30 galMinimum tank
6 inAdult size
2Schooling minimum
76-84°FTemperature

Water Range

pH
7.5-8.5
GH
12-30 dGH
KH
8-20 dKH

Behavior

Temperament
Moderate
Fin nipping
0/5
Territory
3/5

Diet and Care

Diet
carnivore/insectivore
Diet difficulty
5/5
Care difficulty
5/5

Planning Notes

Specialist setup animal; verify freshwater/brackish needs, feeding, and habitat before stocking.

This species may need live, frozen, fresh, or otherwise specialized foods.

live or fresh foodspecialized dietbrackish or specialistspecialized setupneeds review
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