Orange-red Pygmygoby
NameOrange-red Pygmygoby
Scientific NameTrimma rubromaculatum
Common NamesOrange-red Pygmygoby, Red-spotted Pygmy Goby, Trimma Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Western Pacific
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)10
Max Size (Inches)1.5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther small, peaceful gobies, Small blennies, Clownfish (in larger tanks), Small wrasses, Most corals, Invertebrates
Description
The Orange-red Pygmygoby is a tiny, vibrant saltwater fish known for its striking orange-red coloration and vertical banding. This peaceful and shy species is an excellent inhabitant for nano or reef aquariums, where it typically perches on live rock or coral. They are micro-predators, sifting for small food particles in the water column.
