Neon Stiphodon (Stiphodon percnopterygionus)
Fish in the family Gobiidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameStiphodon percnopterygionus
FamilyGobiidae
Also known asNeon Goby, Black-fin Stiphodon
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 show electric-blue and orange lateral stripes with dark-margined fins; females plainer with two dark stripes.
Difficulty and care for the Neon Stiphodon
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Japan, Taiwan, Southeast Asia
Keeper notes
Peaceful biofilm grazer; minor male sparring over grazing rocks.
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