Yellownose Goby
NameYellownose Goby
Scientific NameElacatinus randalli
Common NamesYellownose Goby, Randall's Goby, Yellow Nose Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginWestern Atlantic, Caribbean Sea
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)10
Max Size (Inches)1.5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesClownfish, Blennies, Small Wrasses, Royal Gramma, Firefish, Pajama Cardinalfish, Most reef-safe invertebrates
Description
The Yellownose Goby is a small, vibrant saltwater fish characterized by its black body, a prominent yellow stripe running from its snout to its tail, and a distinctive yellow nose. It is a peaceful and reef-safe species, often observed perching on corals or rocks in its natural habitat. This goby can sometimes act as a cleaner fish, removing parasites from larger fish.
