Tiger Watchman Goby (Valenciennea wardii)

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

Quick facts

Scientific nameValenciennea wardii

FamilyGobiidae

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyReef Safe

TemperamentPeaceful

Dietcarnivore

Adult size5.9 in

Minimum tank size30 gallons

Water parametersTemperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.02-1.025

Feeding schedule1-2 times daily

Appearance

Tiger Watchman Gobies display a tan to pale yellow body with distinctive dark vertical stripes and bands across the head and body. They have large, bulbous eyes characteristic of watchman gobies and reach approximately 6 inches in length.

Diet and feeding

Feed small meaty foods including mysis shrimp, copepods, amphipods, and other small crustaceans. Supplement with quality flake or pellet foods designed for carnivorous fish. Feed 1-2 times daily in small portions.

Difficulty and care for the Tiger Watchman Goby

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

Origin and habitat

Indo-Pacific from Indonesia to the Great Barrier Reef and Fiji.

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