Description: DESCRIPTION OF ITEM: 3PK BUMBLE BEE GOBY The Brachygobius xanthomelas, commonly known as the bumblebee goby, is a small and strikingly patterned fish popular in the aquarium trade. Native to Southeast Asia, particularly the coastal areas of Thailand and Malaysia, these fish are known for their bold black and yellow stripes, which resemble a bumblebee—hence the name. Here are some key points about the bumblebee goby: 1. **Size**: They are quite small, usually reaching around 1.5 to 2 inches (4 to 5 cm) in length. 2. **Habitat**: In the wild, they are often found in brackish water environments, such as mangrove swamps and estuaries. They are adapted to a range of salinities, making them relatively versatile in terms of aquarium conditions. 3. **Behavior**: Bumblebee gobies are generally peaceful and can be kept in small groups or pairs. They tend to be more active during the day and enjoy having hiding spots in the tank. 4. **Diet**: They have a carnivorous diet in the wild, feeding on small invertebrates and algae. In captivity, they can be fed a variety of foods, including live or frozen brine shrimp, daphnia, and high-quality pellet foods. 5. **Aquarium Care**: They do best in a tank with brackish water, though they can adapt to fully freshwater conditions as well. A tank with a well-maintained filter and gentle water flow is ideal. They also appreciate a substrate of sand or fine gravel and some rocks or driftwood for hiding. 6. **Tank Mates**: Due to their small size and peaceful nature, they are best kept with other small, non-aggressive species. Avoid larger or more boisterous fish that might outcompete them for food or become aggressive. Overall, the bumblebee goby is a fascinating addition to a brackish or freshwater aquarium, thanks to its unique appearance and relatively manageable care requirements. PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU PURCHASEDo not place order if temperature in your area is below 40 degrees farenheitProof read your delivery address at check out. Orders with unknown addresses will be cancelled Ships on Mondays/Tuesdays onlyPlease use your tracking number to get status updates on your order. We do not accept returns ARRIVE ALIVE GUARANTEE (have to receive shipment @1st delivery attempt to be eligible)1. Must have somebody present at address to receive the 1st delivery attempt2. Please do not discard the deceased item without taking clear pictures first.3. Take 2 pictures of unopened clear fish bag with deceased item still inside and email to us within 2 hours of 1st delivery. Upon sending pictures, you can discard the item. NO PICTURES= NO REFUNDS OR CREDITS, NO EXCEPTIONS. SHIPPING/HANDLING:Orders are packed and shipped on Mondays only.All orders are FED EX 2 DAYThe box being shipped is not labeled "LIVE FISH" to avoid potential delaysOrders are packed with ice in the SUMMER season and heat packs in WINTER season. ACCLIMATION: (very important)-It is important to acclimate the fish due to water parameters being different FLOAT METHOD-Float the sealed bag in the aquarium for 15 minutes. This will allow the temperature in bag to gradually adjust to the aquarium temperature. Open the bag and roll down the top edge of bag to create an air pocket. This will allow the bag to float on the water's surface.Add a small amount of water (1-2 oz) from the aquarium into bag every 5 minutes for about 20 minutesafter 25 minutes, carefully net the fish and introduce into the aquariumgoal here is to gradually introduce the fish to new water parameters with as minimal stress as possible. If still unsure with the acclimation process, please look up online for further instruction
Price: 26.34 USD
Location: Flower Mound, Texas
End Time: 2025-01-17T20:50:57.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Water Type: Fresh
Water Temperature: Tropical
Difficulty Level: Beginner
Temperament: Peaceful
Species: GOBY