Engineer Goby (Pholidichthys leucotaenia)
Fish in the family Microdesmidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Appearance
The Engineer Goby is a slender, elongated fish with a tan to light brown body marked with white or cream-colored bands and spots. It has a distinctive somewhat flattened head and small eyes, with a preference for burrowing behavior that makes its burrow-dwelling lifestyle a defining characteristic.
Diet and feeding
Feed small meaty foods such as mysis shrimp, copepods, and finely chopped frozen foods. Offer 1-2 times daily in small portions. This species is a micro-predator that benefits from frequent small feedings of appropriately sized prey.
Difficulty and care for the Engineer Goby
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Common health issues
Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Bacterial Infections, Parasitic Infestations
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific from Indonesia to the Philippines and beyond, typically found in reef environments with sandy areas and rubble.
Log Engineer Goby in your reef tank
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