Discordipinna griessingeri

Flaming Prawn Goby

$135.00

Common Names: Flaming Prawn Goby, Spikefin Goby
Latin Name: Discordipinna griessingeri
Distribution: Flaming Prawn Gobies are naturally occurring in the Western Pacific Ocean, specifically in regions such as Indonesia, the Philippines, and Papua New Guinea.
Max Size: They reach a maximum size of about 2 inches (5 centimetres).
Temperature Range: Flaming Prawn Gobies thrive in water temperatures between 75°F and 82°F (24°C and 28°C).
pH Range: They prefer a pH range of 8.1 to 8.4.
KH Range: These gobies do well in a KH (carbonate hardness) range of 8 to 12 dKH.
Care Level: Flaming Prawn Gobies require delicate care and attention, placing them at a moderate care level.
Lighting Preference: They can adapt to a variety of lighting intensities and do not have specific lighting preferences.
Preferred Food: Flaming Prawn Gobies are carnivorous and thrive on a diet consisting of small crustaceans, zooplankton, and frozen or live foods like brine shrimp and mysis shrimp.
Behaviour: They are peaceful and social fish that can be kept in small groups. They spend their time hovering near the substrate and exploring crevices in search of food.
Suitable for Reef Tanks: Yes, Flaming Prawn Gobies are suitable for reef tanks. They are generally reef-safe and do not disturb corals or other invertebrates.
Interesting Facts: Flaming Prawn Gobies belong to the family Gobiidae, known as gobies, which is one of the largest families of fish.