Scientific Name: Tateurndina ocellicauda

Please note – The image used above is for illustration purposes only; Size, colour and sex may vary. Many of our livestock species are sold as juveniles and have not yet reached their full size and colour potential. If you have any concerns about the size or colour of the livestock you wish to order, please contact our livestock team via our support centre before placing your order. Due to the large quantities of livestock orders daily, the livestock team will are unable to select fish / shrimp to meet specific gender or aesthetic needs. 

Approximate purchase size : 3cm
All Pond Solutions will always endeavour to supply as close to the approximate size range as possible.  Due to variations from suppliers on rare occasions this may not always be possible.  Images used are to show the full potential of the fish when fully mature and are not always representative of juvenile specimens.

How easy are they to care for?
We would class them as an easy species to care for.  

How large can they grow?
7.5cm

Where in the world are they from?
Distributed throughout Papua New Guinea.

What is the ideal number to keep together?
In nature, this is a loose shoaling species. It it is recommended to keep with a small group of about 5.

What water conditions do they require?
A pH range of 6.5 - 7.5 and a temperature of 22-26°C.

What should you feed them?
This species prefers a diet of frozen foods such as bloodworm, daphnia and brine shrimp.

How compatible are they with other fish?
Great for community fish tanks of small, peaceful fish. Ideal tankmates would be rainbow fish, tetras, rasboras, corydoras and any other small peaceful species.

Can they be bred in captivity?
Peacock Gobies are easy to breed under the right conditions. These fish prefer to spawn in caves, so providing hiding spaces is essential.