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Periophthalmus barbarus

Mudskipper (Periophthalmus sp.)

Territorial
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Mudskippers are amphibious gobies that spend much of their time out of the water on mud, roots and rocks, breathing through their skin and through water held in their gill chambers.

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Care at a Glance

Scientific Name
Periophthalmus barbarus
Max Adult Size
up to 15 cm
Care Level
Difficult / specialist
Temperament
Territorial, especially between males
Temperature
24–28°C
pH Range
7–8.5
Minimum Tank
150L
Diet
Small insects, worms, chopped prawn, bloodworm, mysis, brine shrimp and other meaty foods

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 above for the actual shipping size. Product-photo provenance and any image-specific limitations are stated on the listing.

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Water Parameters

Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors

Temperature
24–28°C
24°CIdeal28°C
pH Level
7–8.5
7Ideal8.5

Mudskipper (Periophthalmus sp.)

Mudskippers are amphibious gobies that spend much of their time out of the water on mud, roots and rocks, breathing through their skin and through water held in their gill chambers. This listing is a Periophthalmus mudskipper whose exact species is not identified, so the adult size and appearance can vary; most mudskippers in the trade grow to roughly 8–16 cm depending on the species.

What you receive

Each purchase supplies one fish in the size chosen in the selector.

Enclosure

Setup A brackish paludarium: most of the space as shallow water and gently sloping land (mud, sand, roots, rocks)
Water Brackish, kept clean and warm
Cover A tight lid with no gaps; mudskippers climb and jump
Humidity Warm, humid air above the water

Behaviour and diet

Mudskippers are territorial, and males in particular fight; give each fish its own area or keep one. Feed meaty foods: small crickets, worms, chopped prawn, bloodworm, mysis and brine shrimp.

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  • 4 out of 5Verified buyer

    I have a small group of long finned mountain minnows. So was delighted to be able to order ten of this variety to increase the genetics in my tank . The ones I recieved are healthy but it’s to early to give a verdict on wether they are of a long finned type since they are small currently.

    Gordon Walker · 23 Sept 2026

  • 5 out of 5Verified buyer

    100% success travel and "installation". Pleased with quality of purchase. The Siamese fighter a bit "shy" so have not yet seen him at his best yet but looking good. Happy customer. GG

    George E Garratt · 21 Sept 2026

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