Rao's Dartfish
NameRao's Dartfish
Scientific NameParioglossus raoi
Common NamesRao's Dartfish, Rao's Worm Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginIndo-West Pacific, India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)15
Max Size (Inches)1.6
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range7.5-8.5
Compatible SpeciesOther small peaceful gobies, Small blennies, Brackish-tolerant mollies, Other dartfish species
Description
Parioglossus raoi, also known as Rao's Dartfish, is a small, slender goby native to the brackish and marine estuaries of the Indo-West Pacific. These peaceful, schooling fish are often found among mangrove roots and feed on micro-invertebrates.
