Bluegold goby
NameBluegold goby
Scientific NameElacatinus oceanops
Common NamesNeon Goby, Bluegold Goby, Neon Cleaner Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, Florida
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)10
Max Size (Inches)2
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesClownfish, Damselfish, Royal Gramma, Firefish, Small Wrasses, Most invertebrates
Description
The Bluegold Goby is a small, peaceful marine fish known for its distinctive golden-yellow body and purplish-blue horizontal stripes, often with bright green eyes. It is a popular cleaner fish, feeding on parasites from larger fish. This species is an excellent addition to a reef or community saltwater aquarium.
