Aquaria
Buan Goby

Buan Goby

NameBuan Goby
Scientific NameAmblygobius buanensis
Common NamesBuan Goby, Buan Island Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginWestern Pacific Ocean, Indonesia, Philippines
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4.5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesClownfish, Small Wrasses, Blennies, Cardinalfish, Other peaceful gobies (with caution), Damsels (peaceful species)

Description

The Buan Goby is a peaceful marine fish recognized by its distinctive horizontal red-brown stripes and sand-sifting behavior. It thrives in a mature aquarium with a deep sand bed, where it actively sifts for food and creates burrows. This species is an excellent addition for keeping the substrate clean.

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