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Cave GobyTransparent Goby Family: Gobiidae
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The Cave Goby or Transparent Goby is fish has a very interesting coloration (or lack of) and is a great addition to a reef setup!Most of the Coryphopterus are somewhat transparent like the Cave Goby or Transparent Goby, and most are smaller fish in the 3-5 cm range. For more Information on keeping this fish see:
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| Geographic Distribution Coryphopterus glaucofraenum |
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The Cave Goby or Transparent Goby is easy to keep, they are ideal for a reef environment. Provide plenty of caves and hiding places.
Maintenance/Foods:
This fish is a typical goby eating small crustaceans and
other small marine organisms. Live brine is ideal for the aquarium.
Habitat: Natural geographic location:
Western Atlantic: North Carolina, USA and Bermuda to Cabo San Roque, Brazil; throughout the Caribbean Sea.
Social Behaviors:
Typical goby behavior, they are peaceful with other fish
and only come out to eat.
Sex: Sexual differences:
We have found no information although most male gobies have
a longer dorsal fin.
Breeding/Reproduction:
We have found no information at this time (10/01/99).
Light: Recommended light levels:
No special requirements.
Temperature:
No special requirements. Normal temperatures for marine fish
is between 74 and 79 degrees Fahrenheit.
Length/Diameter of fish:
Cave Goby or Transparent Goby adults can grow to 2.5-5.0
cm (1-2 inches).
Minimum Tank Length/Size:
A minimum 20 gallon aquarium is recommended.
Water Movement: Weak, Moderate, Strong
No special requirements.
Water Region: Top, Middle, Bottom
Usually spends most of its' time on rockwork or live rock
near the bottom. A bottom dweller.
Availability:
This fish is rarely available and is moderately expensive.
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Author: David Brough. CFS.
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