What is the scientific name for Golden Band Bumblebee Goby?

This listing uses Brachygobius sp. because bumblebee gobies are often sold under uncertain species labels.

Does Golden Band Bumblebee Goby need brackish water?

Many trade bumblebee gobies do best in hard alkaline freshwater to low-end brackish water. Avoid soft acidic community tanks.

What size tank does Golden Band Bumblebee Goby need?

Use at least 45 litres for a small group with caves, broken sight lines and stable filtration.

What does Golden Band Bumblebee Goby eat?

It is a micro-predator. Offer tiny frozen or live foods and make sure tank mates do not steal all the food first.

Can Golden Band Bumblebee Goby live with shrimp?

No. Small shrimp and fry may be eaten, and larger shrimp may stress or outcompete these small gobies.

Golden Band Bumblebee Goby (Brachygobius sp.) - hero view — representative image

A tiny Brachygobius goby for carefully planned hard-water or low-end brackish aquariums. Moderate care, territorial. 24-28C, pH 7.0-8.2.

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Care at a Glance

Scientific Name

Brachygobius sp.

Max Adult Size

up to 4 cm

Lifespan

5 years

Care Level

Moderate

Temperament

Territorial

Temperature

24–28°C

pH Range

7–8.2

Hardness

8–20 dGH

Minimum Tank

45L

Diet

Carnivore

Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Product-photo provenance and any image-specific limitations are stated on the listing.

Brachygobius sp.

Golden Band Bumblebee Goby (Brachygobius sp.)

Name: Golden Band Bumblebee Goby (Brachygobius sp.)
Brand: Tropical Fish Co
SKU: 9058
Availability: InStock

Moderate Care

Territorial

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A tiny Brachygobius goby for carefully planned hard-water or low-end brackish aquariums. Moderate care, territorial. 24-28C, pH 7.0-8.2.

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Care at a Glance

Scientific Name

Brachygobius sp.

Max Adult Size

up to 4 cm

Lifespan

5 years

Care Level

Moderate

Temperament

Territorial

Temperature

24–28°C

pH Range

7–8.2

Hardness

8–20 dGH

Minimum Tank

45L

Diet

Carnivore

Water Parameters

Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors

Temperature

24–28°C

24°CIdeal28°C

pH Level

7–8.2

7Ideal8.2

Water Hardness

8–20 dGH

8 dGHIdeal20 dGH

Golden Band Bumblebee Goby (Brachygobius sp.)

Golden Band Bumblebee Goby is safest listed as Brachygobius sp. because bumblebee gobies are often mixed under several species names in the aquarium trade.

Quick facts

Scientific name: Brachygobius sp.
Adult size: about 3-4 cm
Minimum aquarium: 45 litres or larger for a small group
Temperature: 24-28C
pH: 7.0-8.2
Diet: carnivore / micro-predator

Care and setup

Use a mature, well-filtered aquarium with caves, shells or root cover and stable alkaline water. Many trade bumblebee gobies do best in hard freshwater to low-end brackish conditions, so avoid soft acidic community tanks.

Compatibility

Best kept in a small group or species-focused setup with calm tank mates that cannot outcompete them for tiny foods. Avoid shrimp, tiny fry, aggressive fish and fast feeders.