Gold Neon Eviota Goby (Eviota pellucida)

Fish in the family Gobiidae. Beginner care. Reef Safe.

Quick facts

Scientific nameEviota pellucida

FamilyGobiidae

Care levelBeginner

Reef safetyReef Safe

TemperamentPeaceful

Dietplanktivore

Adult size1.6 in

Minimum tank size10 gallons

Water parametersTemperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.025

Feeding schedule3-4 times daily

Appearance

A diminutive goby (to 1.6 inches) with a translucent to pale body and distinctive gold-yellow neon coloring on the head and front body regions. The body is slightly compressed laterally with a tapered tail.

Diet and feeding

Feed small live foods (copepods, amphipods, rotifers) or high-quality frozen zooplankton multiple times daily. This species is a micropredator and will not consume standard pellet foods readily.

Difficulty and care for the Gold Neon Eviota Goby

Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.

Origin and habitat

Indo-Pacific, including the Philippines, Indonesia, and the Great Barrier Reef.

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