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Mudskipper
Periophthalmus barbarus
An amphibious fish that walks on land using its pectoral fins. Needs a paludarium with land area.
Min Tank20 gal
Temp77-86F
pH7.5-8.5
Tank Mates
- Other mudskippers (with care)
- Fiddler Crab
Feeding Tips
Crickets, mealworms, bloodworms, and small pieces of shrimp. They prefer feeding on land.
Care Level
Expert: requires land area, humidity, and a sealed lid
Beginner Tip
Build a setup with ~40% land, 60% shallow water. They drown without somewhere to climb out.
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