Yellow Coralgoby
NameYellow Coralgoby
Scientific NameGobiodon okinawae
Common NamesYellow Coralgoby, Okinawan Goby, Yellow Clown Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginWestern Pacific Ocean, Ryukyu Islands, Great Barrier Reef, Indonesia, Philippines
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelbeginner
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)10
Max Size (Inches)1.5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesClownfish, Blennies, Small Wrasses, Other peaceful gobies (with caution), Most invertebrates
Description
The Yellow Coralgoby is a small, vibrant yellow marine fish known for its habit of perching on branching corals. They are peaceful and reef-safe, making them excellent additions to nano and larger reef aquariums. These gobies are often found in pairs or small groups within their coral hosts.
