Aquaria
Onespot Wormfish

Onespot Wormfish

NameOnespot Wormfish
Scientific NameGunnelichthys monostigma
Common NamesOnespot Wormfish, Onespot Worm Goby
FamilyMicrodesmidae
OriginIndo-Pacific
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)5.5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesSmall gobies, Blennies, Cardinalfish, Clownfish, Other peaceful reef-safe fish

Description

The Onespot Wormfish is a slender, elongated marine fish characterized by a distinctive black spot behind its eye and a bright blue line on its snout. These shy fish are known for their burrowing behavior, preferring a deep sandy substrate to hide in. They are peaceful additions to a reef aquarium.

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