Aquaria
Black Coralgoby

Black Coralgoby

NameBlack Coralgoby
Scientific NameGobiodon atrangulatus
Common NamesBlack Coralgoby, Black Coral Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginWestern Pacific Ocean, Indo-Pacific
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)10
Max Size (Inches)1.5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesClownfish, Small Blennies, Small Wrasses, Other peaceful gobies (non-Gobiodon), Most reef-safe invertebrates

Description

The Black Coralgoby is a tiny, dark-colored marine fish known for its symbiotic relationship with stony corals, particularly Acropora species. It spends most of its time nestled within coral branches, using them for shelter and protection. This peaceful and reef-safe species makes an excellent addition to nano or small reef aquariums.

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