Striped Goatfish
NameStriped Goatfish
Scientific NameUpeneus vittatus
Common NamesStriped Goatfish, Yellowstriped Goatfish, Banded Goatfish
FamilyMullidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Hawaii, Japan, Australia
Temperamentcommunity
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)11
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Wrasses, Hawkfish, Larger Gobies, Less aggressive Damselfish, Angelfish
Description
The Striped Goatfish is a vibrant marine fish characterized by its elongated body and prominent sensory barbels used for foraging in sandy substrates. Its flanks display striking horizontal stripes of yellow, orange, and iridescent blue or silver. These active bottom-dwellers are constantly sifting through sand for small invertebrates.
