Kanu Goby (Mugilogobius mertoni)

The Kanu Goby (Mugilogobius mertoni) or Chequered Mangrove Goby is a brackish goby found throughout much of the Indo-Pacific. They can be found in freshwater, but generally inhabit brackish to full marine environments. Colorful, hardy, and not picky feeders, they are a great addition to any brackish or marine aquarium with suitable tankmates. These gobies are are generally peaceful, but can become territorial with other gobies, especially other males.

Description

Kanu Goby (Mugilogobius mertoni)

Origin: Wild Indonesia
Diet: Micropredator, feeds on insects and crustaceans in the wild. Will accept most frozen and prepared foods in the aquarium
Adult Size: 3″
Recommended Tank Size: 20 gallon+
Compatibility: Peaceful, towards nearly all tankmates but males may spar for territory

Preferred Water Parameters
pH:                          7.8 – 8.4
Temp:                     75 – 82F
Ammonia:              0ppm
Nitrite:                  0ppm
Nitrate:                  <30ppm
Salinity:                 0 – 10ppt