Ornate Goby (Stiphodon ornatus)
Fish in the family Gobiidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameStiphodon ornatus
FamilyGobiidae
Also known asOrnate Stiphodon, Rainbow Stiphodon
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
DietHerbivore
Adult size2 in
Minimum tank size20 gallons
Water parametersTemp 72-79°F, pH 6.5-7.5, GH 4-12 dGH
Appearance
Slender stream goby; males flush iridescent blue-green with orange and black striping when displaying.
Difficulty and care for the Ornate Goby
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Sumatra, Southeast Asia
Keeper notes
Peaceful grazer; males display to one another over algae territory but rarely harm tankmates.
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