Yellow clown goby
Gobiodon okinawae
The yellow clown goby reaches up to 3.5 cm. Its body is entirely bright yellow, without distinctive markings. It has broad pectoral fins and a continuous dorsal fin. It is a peaceful fish that lives in close association with Acropora corals. Sexual dimorphism is subtle, with males being slightly larger during breeding season.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 24–28 |
| pH | 8.1–8.4 |
| Salinity | 1.02–1.025 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 20 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 0.1 |
Care
Care notes
A tank of at least 30 liters is sufficient, but a larger volume is recommended for stability. Maintain temperature 24-28°C, pH 8.1-8.4, and salinity 1.020-1.025. Decorate with live Acropora corals or structures mimicking their branches. This goby is carnivorous: accepts small frozen crustaceans (brine shrimp, mysis) and fine pellets. It is peaceful with most fish but may become territorial towards other yellow gobies. Beware of jumping: cover the aquarium.