Atlantic mudskipper
Periophthalmus barbarus
Family : Gobiidae
FishBrackishmudskipper
Iconic amphibious fish of mangroves, lives out of water on mudflats.
Popularity
Brackish fish
half fresh half salt water
Availability
Specialty onlyShop availability
IUCN Status
LC
Least Concern
Description
Amphibious fish that spends most of its time out of water, on mudflats and mangrove roots. Jumps and crawls using its pectoral fins.
Habitat
Region :
Mangroves and intertidal mudflats of West Africa.
Distribution :
Recommended parameters
Temperature24–30 °C
pH7.5–8.5
Salinity1.005–1.015 ‰
Care
Difficulty
4/5
Diet
Carnivore
Min. tank
100 L
Adult size
15 cm
Temperament
Territorial
Propagation
Difficile en captivité
Care notes
Paludarium tank with land area and brackish water. Strong light, temperature 24-30°C.
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