Decorated Glidergoby
NameDecorated Glidergoby
Scientific NameValenciennea puellaris
Common NamesDecorated Glidergoby, Diamond Watchman Goby, Diamond Goby, Maiden Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Samoa, Southern Japan, Australia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesClownfish, Damselfish, Blennies, Other small, peaceful gobies (with caution), Tangs, Peaceful Angelfish
Description
The Decorated Glidergoby is a beautiful sand-sifting goby known for its pale body adorned with distinctive yellow-orange bands and bright blue spots on its head. These fish are diligent substrate sifters, helping to keep the sand bed clean by feeding on small invertebrates. They are generally peaceful and can be kept singly or in mated pairs.
