Liechtenstein's Goby
NameLiechtenstein's Goby
Scientific NameValenciennea helsdingenii
Common NamesLiechtenstein's Goby, Helsdingen's Goby, Twostripe Goby, Signal Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginIndo-Pacific
Temperamentcommunity
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)7
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesClownfish, Cardinalfish, Blennies, Small Wrasses, Damsels (peaceful species), Other peaceful reef-safe fish
Description
The Liechtenstein's Goby is a beautiful, elongated sand-sifting goby known for its distinctive orange-brown body adorned with two prominent blue-lined stripes. This species actively sifts through the sand substrate, consuming small invertebrates and helping to keep the sand bed clean. It is generally peaceful but can be territorial with conspecifics or similar-looking gobies.
