Bluestreak Goby
NameBluestreak Goby
Scientific NameValenciennea strigata
Common NamesBluestreak Goby, Golden Head Sleeper Goby, Pennant Goby, Yellowhead Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Samoa, Southern Japan, New Caledonia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)50
Max Size (Inches)7
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesClownfish, Damselfish, Tangs, Wrasses, Blennies, Other peaceful reef-safe fish
Description
The Bluestreak Goby is a popular saltwater fish known for its striking yellow head, blue stripe under the eye, and a pale body. It is an excellent sand sifter, constantly sifting through the substrate to find small invertebrates and detritus, which helps keep the sand bed clean and aerated. This species is generally peaceful but can be territorial towards other gobies or similar bottom-dwellers in smaller tanks.
