Yellow Priolepis Goby (Priolepis aureoviridis)

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

Yellow Priolepis Goby

Quick facts

Scientific namePriolepis aureoviridis
FamilyGobiidae
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyReef Safe
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Adult size2.5 in
Minimum tank size20 gallons
Water parametersTemperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.025
Feeding schedule2-3 times daily

Appearance

A tiny, slender goby with yellowish-green coloration and iridescent markings on the head and face. The body is elongated with a pointed snout, and distinctive bright facial markings make it readily identifiable.

Diet and feeding

Feed small frozen foods including mysis shrimp, copepods, and other small invertebrates. Supplement with quality flaked foods for small fish. Feed small portions multiple times daily to match the goby's natural grazing behavior.

Difficulty and care for the Yellow Priolepis 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 Great Barrier Reef and surrounding regions from Australia to the Philippines.

Log Yellow Priolepis Goby in your reef tank

Reef Trak gives you the full record on every species in your tank: acquisition date, source, photos, parameters at time of stocking, and links to maintenance and feeding events. Track Yellow Priolepis Goby alongside everything else in your reef.