Fire-coral Goby
NameFire-coral Goby
Scientific NameGobiodon histrio
Common NamesFire-coral Goby, Broad-barred Goby, Clown Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginIndo-Pacific
Temperamentcommunity
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)10
Max Size (Inches)2
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesClownfish, Royal Gramma, Small Wrasses, Pygmy Angelfish, Other peaceful reef-safe fish
Description
The Fire-coral Goby is a small, colorful marine fish known for its association with branching corals, particularly *Acropora* species. It has a stout body, large head, and can secrete toxic mucus as a defense mechanism. These gobies are generally peaceful but can be territorial towards conspecifics.
