Yellowstripe Goatfish
NameYellowstripe Goatfish
Scientific NameUpeneus vittatus
Common NamesYellowstripe Goatfish, Yellowbanded Goatfish, Striped Goatfish
FamilyMullidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Samoa, Japan, Australia
Temperamentcommunity
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)120
Max Size (Inches)11
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Angelfish, Larger Wrasses, Hawkfish, Damselfish (non-aggressive types), Groupers (smaller, peaceful species)
Description
The Yellowstripe Goatfish is a distinctive marine fish known for its elongated body, prominent yellow stripes, and a pair of chemosensory barbels used to probe the sand for food. These active bottom-dwellers constantly sift through the substrate in search of small invertebrates, making them fascinating additions to a large, mature reef or fish-only aquarium.
