Opalescent Sandgoby
NameOpalescent Sandgoby
Scientific NameValenciennea puellaris
Common NamesOpalescent Sandgoby, Diamond Watchman Goby, Diamond Goby, Maiden Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginIndo-Pacific
Temperamentcommunity
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)50
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesClownfish, Blennies, Small Wrasses, Tangs, Damselfish, Other peaceful reef-safe fish
Description
The Opalescent Sandgoby is a beautiful and industrious sand-sifting goby, recognized by its distinctive opalescent spots and diligent substrate cleaning behavior. It requires a mature aquarium with a deep sand bed for burrowing and foraging for small invertebrates. This species is generally peaceful but can be territorial with other sand-sifting gobies.
