Goby Fish Profiles
From different families, but similar and often mistaken for one another, here are Family Blennidae and Gobidae species photo, identificaton, characteristic, facts, information, compatibility, feeding, aquarium care, and more profile information about Blennies and Gobies.
Neon Blue Goby Profile
A profile of the striking Neon Blue Goby (Elacatinus oceanops), including scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, maximum size, diet & feeding, characteristics, compatibility, reef tank safety & Buy Direct links.
A profile of the striking Neon Blue Goby (Elacatinus oceanops), including scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, maximum size, diet & feeding, characteristics, compatibility, reef tank safety & Buy Direct links.
Reef Tank Safe Small Gobies
These colorful and comical Gobies remain small, even as adults. Reef Tank Safe, they are perfect for nano/micro reef tanks.
These colorful and comical Gobies remain small, even as adults. Reef Tank Safe, they are perfect for nano/micro reef tanks.
Reef Tank Safe Shrimp Gobies
The entertaining Shrimp Gobies derive their name from their unusual behavior of sharing their burrows in the sand with various small shrimp, such as the Pistol Shrimp. These Gobies warn their shrimp room mates (which have poorer eyesight) of approaching danger in time for them both to retreat into their burrow. In return, the shrimps share their food with the Gobies. Reef Tank Safe Shrimp Gobies.
The entertaining Shrimp Gobies derive their name from their unusual behavior of sharing their burrows in the sand with various small shrimp, such as the Pistol Shrimp. These Gobies warn their shrimp room mates (which have poorer eyesight) of approaching danger in time for them both to retreat into their burrow. In return, the shrimps share their food with the Gobies. Reef Tank Safe Shrimp Gobies.
Reef Tank Safe Sand Sifting Gobies
Information, including photos, diet, characteristics and compatibility about Sand Sifting Gobies which are considered to be safe for reef tanks.
Information, including photos, diet, characteristics and compatibility about Sand Sifting Gobies which are considered to be safe for reef tanks.
Court Jester Goby Profile
A profile of the colorful Court Jester Goby (Amblygobius rainfordi) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the colorful Court Jester Goby (Amblygobius rainfordi) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Goby Fish Species Profiles Index
The gateway to learning about Goby Fish, click on any of the saltwater Gobies listed here by common and scientific names to read profiles and learn about each species identification, characteristics, compatibility, diet and feeding, reef tank suitability, and more aquarium care information.
The gateway to learning about Goby Fish, click on any of the saltwater Gobies listed here by common and scientific names to read profiles and learn about each species identification, characteristics, compatibility, diet and feeding, reef tank suitability, and more aquarium care information.
Buy Direct From the Supplier - Sand Sifting Gobies
Sand Sifting Gobies are amusing and functional at the same time. These peaceful critters stir the sand as they plow through the substrate sifting algae, detritus and uneaten food from the sand before returning it to the bottom of the tank. Sand Sifting Gobies are considered to be easy to keep in a saltwater aquarium and are reef safe.
Sand Sifting Gobies are amusing and functional at the same time. These peaceful critters stir the sand as they plow through the substrate sifting algae, detritus and uneaten food from the sand before returning it to the bottom of the tank. Sand Sifting Gobies are considered to be easy to keep in a saltwater aquarium and are reef safe.
Diamond Watchman Goby Profile
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Diamond Watchman Goby (Valencienna puellaris) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Diamond Watchman Goby (Valencienna puellaris) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Engineer Goby Profile
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Engineer Goby (Pholidichthys leucotaenia) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Engineer Goby (Pholidichthys leucotaenia) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Orangemarked Goby Profile
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Orangemarked Goby (Amblygobius decussatus) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Orangemarked Goby (Amblygobius decussatus) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Sleeper Banded Goby Profile
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Sleeper Banded Goby (Amblygobius phalaena) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Sleeper Banded Goby (Amblygobius phalaena) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Sleeper Blue Dot Goby Profile
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Sleeper Blue Dot Goby (Valenciennea sexguttata) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Sleeper Blue Dot Goby (Valenciennea sexguttata) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Sleeper Railway Glider Goby Profile
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Sleeper Railway Glider Goby (Valenciennea helsdingeni) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Sleeper Railway Glider Goby (Valenciennea helsdingeni) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Sleeper Striped Goby Profile
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Sleeper Striped Goby (Valenciennea longipinnis) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Sleeper Striped Goby (Valenciennea longipinnis) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Tiger Watchman Goby Profile
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Tiger Watchman Goby (Valencienna wardii) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Tiger Watchman Goby (Valencienna wardii) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Two Spot Goby Profile
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Two Spot Goby (Signigobius biocellatus) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Two Spot Goby (Signigobius biocellatus) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Buy Direct From the Supplier - Shrimp Gobies
The peaceful Shrimp Gobies are amazing and entertaining creatures. Many of them dig burrows in the sand, which they share with various shrimp.
The peaceful Shrimp Gobies are amazing and entertaining creatures. Many of them dig burrows in the sand, which they share with various shrimp.
Diagonal Bar Prawn Goby Profile
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Diamond Diagonal Bar Prawn Goby (Amblyeleotris diagonalis) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Diamond Diagonal Bar Prawn Goby (Amblyeleotris diagonalis) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Hi Fin Red Banded Goby Profile
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Hi Fin Red Banded Goby (Stonogobiops nematodes) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Hi Fin Red Banded Goby (Stonogobiops nematodes) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Orange Spotted Goby Profile
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Orange Spotted Goby (Amblyeleotris guttata) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Orange Spotted Goby (Amblyeleotris guttata) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Orange Stripe Prawn Goby Profile
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Orange Stripe Prawn Goby (Amblyeleotris randalli) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Orange Stripe Prawn Goby (Amblyeleotris randalli) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Pinkbar Goby Profile
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Pinkbar Goby (Cryptocentrus aurora) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Pinkbar Goby (Cryptocentrus aurora) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Pink Spotted Watchman Goby Profile
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Pink Spotted Watchman Goby (Cryptocentrus leptocephals) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Pink Spotted Watchman Goby (Cryptocentrus leptocephals) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Steinitz Goby Profile
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Steinitz Goby (Amblyeleotris steinitzi) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Steinitz Goby (Amblyeleotris steinitzi) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Red Head Goby Profile
A profile of the unusual looking Red Head Goby (Elacatinus puncticulatus), including scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, maximum size, diet & feeding, characteristics, compatibility, reef tank safety & Buy Direct links.
A profile of the unusual looking Red Head Goby (Elacatinus puncticulatus), including scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, maximum size, diet & feeding, characteristics, compatibility, reef tank safety & Buy Direct links.
Wheeler's Watchman Goby Profile
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Wheeler's Watchman Goby (Amblyeleotris wheeleri) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Wheeler's Watchman Goby (Amblyeleotris wheeleri) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Yellow Watchman Goby Profile
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Yellow Watchman Goby (Cryptocentrus cinctus) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the terrific sand stirring Yellow Watchman Goby (Cryptocentrus cinctus) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Gold Line Goby Profile
A profile of the Gold Line Goby (Elacatinus horsti) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the Gold Line Goby (Elacatinus horsti) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Golden Neon Goby Profile
A profile of the Golden Neon Goby (Elacatinus sp.) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the Golden Neon Goby (Elacatinus sp.) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Panda Clown Goby Profile
A profile of the Panda Clown Goby (Paragobius lacunicolus) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the Panda Clown Goby (Paragobius lacunicolus) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Yellow Clown Goby Profile
A profile of the Yellow Clown Goby (Gobiodon okinawae) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the Yellow Clown Goby (Gobiodon okinawae) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Black Barred Convict Goby Profile
A profile of the amusing Black Barred Convict Goby (Priolepis nocturnus) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the amusing Black Barred Convict Goby (Priolepis nocturnus) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Green Clown Goby Profile
A profile of the Green Clown Goby (Gobiodon atrangulatus) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the Green Clown Goby (Gobiodon atrangulatus) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Cave Transparent Goby Profile
A profile of the amusing Black Barred Convict Goby (Priolepis nocturnus) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the amusing Black Barred Convict Goby (Priolepis nocturnus) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Brown Clown Goby Profile
A profile of the Brown Clown Goby (Gobiodon spp.) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the Brown Clown Goby (Gobiodon spp.) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Citrinis Clown Goby Profile
A profile of the Citrinis Clown Goby (Gobiodon citrinus) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the Citrinis Clown Goby (Gobiodon citrinus) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Black Clown Goby Profile
A profile of the Black Clown Goby (Gobiodon strangulatus) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
A profile of the Black Clown Goby (Gobiodon strangulatus) including: scientific name, other common names, identification, distribution, average size, habitat, minimum tank size suggested, reef tank suitability, characteristics & compatibility, diet & feeding and Buy Direct links.
Blackray Shrimp Goby Profile
A photo with compatibility, characteristics, feeding and diet, and other profile information about the Blackray Shrimp Goby (Stonogobiops nematodes).
A photo with compatibility, characteristics, feeding and diet, and other profile information about the Blackray Shrimp Goby (Stonogobiops nematodes).
Blenny & Goby Fish Profiles
From the Australian Museum Online Fish Facts database, grouped alphabetically by common fish family names, just scroll down to the "Blennies" and "Gobies" categories and click on any of the fishes listed in these groups shown by their common and scientific names to read profiles on them. Photos are included.
From the Australian Museum Online Fish Facts database, grouped alphabetically by common fish family names, just scroll down to the "Blennies" and "Gobies" categories and click on any of the fishes listed in these groups shown by their common and scientific names to read profiles on them. Photos are included.
Goby/Blenny/Mandarinfish Family Profiles
From the Exotic Tropicals Marine Fish Encyclopedia, basic characteristic profiles on Gobies, Blennies and Mandarinfish of the Gobidae, Blennidae, and Callionymidae families.
From the Exotic Tropicals Marine Fish Encyclopedia, basic characteristic profiles on Gobies, Blennies and Mandarinfish of the Gobidae, Blennidae, and Callionymidae families.
Goby Profile - Catalina
From the Exotic Tropicals Marine Fish Encyclopedia Goby, Blenny & Mandarinfish Profiles page, a photo with information about the Catalina or Blue-Banded Goby, Lythrypnus dalli.
From the Exotic Tropicals Marine Fish Encyclopedia Goby, Blenny & Mandarinfish Profiles page, a photo with information about the Catalina or Blue-Banded Goby, Lythrypnus dalli.
Goby Profile - Cave
From the Exotic Tropicals Marine Fish Encyclopedia Goby, Blenny & Mandarinfish Profiles page, a photo with information about the Cave Goby, Coryphopterus glaucofrenumi.
From the Exotic Tropicals Marine Fish Encyclopedia Goby, Blenny & Mandarinfish Profiles page, a photo with information about the Cave Goby, Coryphopterus glaucofrenumi.
Sand Sifting Goby Profiles
From J. Charles Delbeek's Publications page, detailed information about the characteristics and keeping of the Hover (Genus Amblygobius), Signal (Genus Signigobius) and Sleeper Gobies (Genus Valenciennea).
From J. Charles Delbeek's Publications page, detailed information about the characteristics and keeping of the Hover (Genus Amblygobius), Signal (Genus Signigobius) and Sleeper Gobies (Genus Valenciennea).
So-Called Scooter Blenny Species Profile
From the Aquarium Fish Magazine Library, Scott W. Michael profiles the characteristics and identification of Scooter species of the family Callionymidae, which are NOT Blennies at all, but Dragonets or Mandarinfishes.
From the Aquarium Fish Magazine Library, Scott W. Michael profiles the characteristics and identification of Scooter species of the family Callionymidae, which are NOT Blennies at all, but Dragonets or Mandarinfishes.