Pygmy Goby - Pandaka pygmaea

Pygmy Goby

The pygmy goby or Philippine goby (Pandaka pygmaea) is a tropical species of fish in the subfamily Gobionellinae from brackish water and mangrove areas in Southeast Asia. It is one of the smallest fish species in the world. Males reach maturity at a standard length of 0.9 cm (0.35 in) and can reach up to 1.1 cm (0.43 in) in standard length, while the females can grow up to 1.5 centimetres (0.59 in) in total length. Adults weigh around 425 milligrams (0.015 oz).[4] It is known as bia and tabios in the Philippine

• Species – Pandaka pygmaea
• Common Name – Pygmy Goby
• Origin – Philippine
• Diet – Omnivore
• PH Range – 6.5 – 7.5
• Temperature – Tropical 23°c – 26°c
• Breed Type – Egg Layer
• Current Size – 1.5cm
• Max Size – approximately 4cm
• Tank Size – Minimum 10 gallons