Scientific Name:
Gobiodon atrangulatus.
Other Common Names:
Earspot Coral Goby.
Identification:
This Goby is a small bullet shaped fish with a large head. There are many different color variations among the Clown Gobies, and this species is a yellow to greenish-tan color with orange vertical stripes on its head.
Distribution:
Indo-Pacific.
Maximum Size:
To 1 1/2".
Reef Tank Safe:
Yes.
Diet & Feeding:
The Green Clown Goby is a carnivore and readily takes prepared foods such as mysid shrimp and brine shrimp, which should be enriched with vitamins. This fish should be fed on a regular basis.
Characteristics & Compatibility:
It is non-aggressive towards other fish and is not a threat to invertebrates in the tank. This Goby enjoys hiding in polyp coral colonies.It will nip at the polyps of SPS corals. Clown Gobies readily spawn in an aquarium.
