Dracula Goby (Stonogobiops dracula)
Fish in the family Gobiidae. Expert care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
A small, cryptic goby with a dark reddish-brown to blackish coloration and a slightly elongated body. Named for its small fangs and nocturnal, secretive behavior in deep reef crevices.
Diet and feeding
Feeds on small crustaceans, copepods, and mysis shrimp in captivity. Offer small, frequent feedings of live or frozen microcrustaceans; may require patience to acclimate to prepared foods.
Difficulty and care for the Dracula Goby
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific from the Philippines to Papua New Guinea, typically found in deep reef environments.
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