Blackspotted Sandgoby
NameBlackspotted Sandgoby
Scientific NameIstigobius spence
Common NamesBlackspotted Sandgoby, Spence's Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Japan, Australia
Temperamentcommunity
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, Small Wrasses, Prawn Gobies, Other peaceful reef-safe fish
Description
The Blackspotted Sandgoby is a small, peaceful saltwater fish known for its distinctive black spots and ability to burrow in sandy substrates. It is an active sifter, constantly sifting sand for small invertebrates. This species thrives in mature reef or fish-only tanks with plenty of live sand.
