Allen's Glidergoby
NameAllen's Glidergoby
Scientific NamePtereleotris allenbyi
Common NamesAllen's Glidergoby, Allen's Dartfish
FamilyGobiidae
OriginWestern Pacific Ocean, Indonesia, Philippines, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4.5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesClownfish, Blennies, Cardinalfish, Fairy Wrasses, Dwarf Angelfish, Watchman Gobies
Description
The Allen's Glidergoby is a slender, elongated dartfish characterized by its pale body with distinct orange and white horizontal stripes on its head and a prominent black spot on its dorsal fin. These shy, peaceful fish hover in the water column, darting into burrows or rockwork when startled, and require a secure lid as they are prone to jumping.
