Description
Black Kumpay Goby – Sleek, Rare, and Full of Character
(Glossogobius giuris or regional variant)
The Black Kumpay Goby is a striking and rarely seen goby species, prized for its bold, jet-black coloration and confident, ground-hugging behavior. Native to Southeast Asian freshwater and brackish systems, this goby is known for its adaptability, calm demeanor, and mysterious presence in the aquarium. Its muscular body and smooth movement make it a unique addition to any oddball or goby-focused setup.
Key Features:
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Deep Black Coloration: Velvety black body with subtle silver undertones, giving it a bold, elegant look
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Unique Behavior: Bottom-dwelling and often seen resting on rocks or slowly cruising along the substrate
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Medium to Large Size: Typically grows to 15–20 cm (6–8 inches) in captivity
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Rare in the Hobby: A standout for collectors or aquarists looking for something unusual
Tank Requirements:
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Minimum tank size: 120 liters (30+ gallons)
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Temperature: 24°C–28°C (75°F–82°F)
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pH: 6.5–7.5
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Can adapt to both freshwater and lightly brackish conditions
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Provide plenty of hiding places with driftwood, rocks, or PVC caves, and soft substrate for burrowing
Compatibility:
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Generally peaceful but territorial—best housed with other robust, non-aggressive tankmates
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Avoid small fish that may be mistaken for food
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Works well in oddball or goby-themed aquariums
Feeding Tips:
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Carnivorous—feed a varied diet of live or frozen foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, earthworms, and sinking carnivore pellets
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Will often accept prepared foods with time and conditioning
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Feed once or twice daily
Why Choose the Black Kumpay Goby?
Mysterious and majestic, the Black Kumpay Goby offers a perfect blend of rarity, beauty, and intriguing behavior. Whether you're an oddball enthusiast or simply seeking a fish with personality and poise, this sleek goby makes an unforgettable addition to your collection.
Click & Collect
Livestock will only be bagged once you arrive, or if you contact us in advance to request it ready beforehand.
Local Delivery
Order anything from our in-store range and have it delivered right to you.
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Minimum spend: £50
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Delivery up to 10 miles: £10
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Delivery up to 25 miles: £20
Distances are measured “as the crow flies”, not by road.
Once your order is placed, we’ll be in touch to arrange a suitable delivery date and time.
Please note, delivery may take a little longer as we often group orders together to build an efficient delivery run.
Important: If you’re ordering a large aquarium, please ensure someone is available to help unload the van on arrival.
Dry Goods Delivery
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DPD Next Day: 1 working day (order before 12 noon)
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DX Next Day (Heavy Items & Small Aquariums): 1 working day (order before 12 noon)
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Express Pallet: 1–3 working days
If you'd like to add more items to an existing order that hasn't yet been dispatched, please place a Click & Collect order and leave a note asking us to combine the orders.
Please note: We currently only dispatch parcels Wednesday to Friday.
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Livestock Delivery
Thursday Delivery – £24
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Dispatched Wednesday afternoon
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Delivered Thursday before 1pm
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Order by Wednesday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
Friday Delivery – £24
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Dispatched Thursday afternoon
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Delivered Friday before 1pm
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Order by Thursday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
Saturday Delivery – £29
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Dispatched Friday afternoon
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Delivered Saturday before 1pm
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Order by Friday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
📦 Want to Add to an Existing Order?
No problem! Just place a Click & Collect order and leave a note asking us to link it with your original one (as long as it hasn’t been dispatched yet).
🛒 Dry Goods Now Included!
You can now include dry goods in your livestock delivery – perfect for topping up supplies in one go.
❄️ Please note: We can’t send frozen food with livestock – please order frozen items separately.
⚠️ Delivery Exclusions
Unfortunately, we’re unable to deliver livestock to the following postcodes:
Scotland & Isles:
AB30–AB56, DD8–DD10, DG3–DG9, DG12–DG14, FK17–FK21, KA18–KA19, KA26–KA30, PA20–PA38, PA80, PH3–PH40
Cornwall Isles: TR21–TR25
All of the following postcodes are excluded:
BT, HS, IM, IV, JE, KW
Plus Channel Islands and Shetland Islands
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