Bumblebee fish (Brachygobius xanthozonus)

Scientific name: Brachygobius xanthozonus Bleeker, 1849

The Bumblebee fish (Brachygobius xanthozonus) is a freshwater fish of the family Gobiidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 25–30°C (77–86°F). Native range: Asia, Java, Sumatra, Borneo.

Bumblebee fish care at a glance

Temperature: 25–30°C (77–86°F)

Biology

Aquarium keeping: in groups of 5 or more individuals; minimum aquarium size 60 cm.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Brachygobius xanthozonus
Family: Gobiidae (Gobies)
Order: Perciformes (Perch-like fish)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 3.8
Environment: Freshwater; brackish; demersal
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Asia: Java, Sumatra, Borneo.
Conservation status (IUCN): Not Evaluated
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: commercial
Resilience: Medium, minimum population doubling time 1.4 - 4.4 years (Fec=200-300)