Blue Neon Goby (Stiphodon atropurpureus)
Fish in the family Gobiidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameStiphodon atropurpureus
FamilyGobiidae
Also known asPurple Stiphodon, Atropurpureus Goby
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
DietHerbivore
Adult size1.8 in
Minimum tank size20 gallons
Water parametersTemp 72-79°F, pH 6.5-7.5, GH 4-12 dGH
Appearance
Males display a brilliant blue lateral neon stripe over a dark purplish body with orange highlights.
Difficulty and care for the Blue Neon Goby
Moderate
Origin and habitat
East & Southeast Asia
Keeper notes
Peaceful algae grazer; males display blue coloration to one another over grazing rocks but do no harm.
Log Blue Neon Goby in your reef tank
Reef Trak gives you the full record on every species in your tank: acquisition date, source, photos, parameters at time of stocking, and links to maintenance and feeding events. Track Blue Neon Goby alongside everything else in your reef.
