Bearded Wormgoby
NameBearded Wormgoby
Scientific NameTaenioides cirratus
Common NamesBearded Wormgoby, Bearded Eel Goby, Barbel Goby, Worm Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginIndo-Pacific
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range7.0-8.5
Compatible SpeciesArcherfish, Monos, Scats
Description
This elongated, eel-like goby is known for its barbels around the mouth, which it uses to forage in soft substrates. It is a burrowing species, spending much of its time hidden in the sand or mud. They are predatory carnivores, requiring a diet of live or frozen invertebrates.
