Clown goby
Gobiodon histrio
Family : Gobiidae
FishMarinegoby
Small colorful goby living in symbiosis with Acropora corals.
Popularity
Beginner marine fish
reef-compatible
Availability
Common in shopsShop availability
IUCN Status
LC
Least Concern
Description
The clown goby is a small peaceful fish that hides among coral branches. Ideal for nano-reefs. Its bright yellow or orange color makes it very visible.
Habitat
Region :
Coral reefs, often associated with Acropora corals
Distribution :
Recommended parameters
Temperature24–28 °C
pH8.1–8.4
GH8–12 °dGH
KH8–12 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.1 mg/L
Care
Difficulty
2/5
Diet
Carnivore
Min. tank
50 L
Min. group
1
Adult size
4 cm
Lifespan
3 years
Temperament
Paisible
Propagation
Care notes
Tank of at least 50L with Acropora corals. Fine food (brine shrimp, rotifers). Avoid aggressive fish.
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