Posted by Naomi_Delventhal on March 12, 2003 at 09:28:23:
In Reply to: Info On Mudskippers... posted by AquaGoat on March 11, 2003 at 23:32:38:
:How long do they live,
About 2-3 years in captivity.
:What is the most colorful and/or best species,
They're all colorful and good - the most commonly available species are Periphthalmus argentilineatus and P. barbarus.
:Can I keep 1 or 2 in a 10 gallon aquarium,
Yes, you can keep one. If you want to keep more than one, you should keep at least 4 in a tank AT LEAST 30 inches long.
:WHERE IN THE WORLD CAN I BUY THE CREATURES and how much do they cost,
Ask your local dealer(s) to special order them for you - it may take a few weeks (distributors do not constantly import large numbers of them) but if you are patient you should be rewarded. Expect to pay $8-$20 per 'skipper.
:AND last but not least what sort of equipment do I use.
Tank (choose one that's low and large), heater, something to provide light circulation (e.g. airstone, simple corner filter), sand/gravel (mud not required), stones or driftwood for climbing, glass cover (to prevent evaporation), light (to warm the air), thermometers in water AND air (keep the air at least 75 degrees and humid), and, of course, four inches of brackish water (s.g. about 1.010).
:Thank so much!!
You're welcome.
Naomi Delventhal
Editor - International Goby Society
Staff - Gobioid Research Institute (www.gobiidae.com)
