Striped Goby
NameStriped Goby
Scientific NameIstigobius decoratus
Common NamesStriped Goby, Decorated Goby, Decorated Sand Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, Western Pacific
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4.5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesClownfish, Cardinalfish, Small Wrasses, Blennies, Other peaceful gobies (with caution), Dwarf Angelfish
Description
The Striped Goby, also known as the Decorated Goby, is a peaceful saltwater fish characterized by a dark lateral stripe adorned with iridescent blue spots. This sand-sifting species actively sifts through the substrate, consuming small invertebrates and detritus. It thrives in a mature aquarium with a deep sand bed.
