Emerald Cling Goby
NameEmerald Cling Goby
Scientific NameStiphodon semoni
Common NamesEmerald Goby, Neon Blue Goby, Semon's Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginOceania, Papua New Guinea, Indonesia, Solomon Islands, Australia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)10
Max Size (Inches)2
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesSmall Rasboras, Small Tetras, Dwarf Shrimp, Otocinclus Catfish, Kuhli Loaches
Description
The Emerald Cling Goby is a small, colorful freshwater goby known for its ability to cling to rocks in fast-flowing streams. Males display vibrant colors, often with iridescent blue or green markings over an orange-red body. They are primarily algivores, grazing on biofilm and diatoms, making them excellent algae eaters.
