Atlantic mudskipper vs Silver moony: can they live together?

Verdict: With caution

  • The Silver moony can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.
  • The Atlantic mudskipper is best kept in a species tank.
  • The Atlantic mudskipper can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.
  • Both are comfortable at 25–28°C (77–82°F).
  • A pH of 7.0–8.0 suits both.
  • Minimum tank for the pair: 190 L (50 US gal)

Side by side

Atlantic mudskipperSilver moony
Adult size25 cm (9.8 in)25 cm (9.8 in)
Minimum tank150 L (40 US gal)190 L (50 US gal)
Temperature25–30°C (77–86°F)24–28°C (75–82°F)
pH7.0–8.07.0–8.5
Hardness10–25 dGH (178–446 ppm)–
TemperamentSemi-aggressiveSemi-aggressive
Community tankNot suitableGood
Care levelEasyModerate
DietCarnivoreOmnivore

Species profiles