Hi Fin Red Banded Goby

Description

Stonogobiops xanthorhinica

Gobies may sometimes attempt jump out. Needs places to burrow. Prefer presence of substrate. It is hearty; accepts most foods. It is passive and compatible with same or like species. It is a good reef fish. Known to be one of the watchman family that will share its burrow with a pistol shrimp. The High Fin Goby pairs particularly well with the red and white striped ‘Randalls’ Pistol Shrimp.

Maximum Size: the Stonogobiops nematodes grows up to 4 inches.

Minimum Tank Size: The Hi Fin Red Banded Goby prefers a tank of at least 20 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swi

Diet: The Stonogobiops nematodes is a carnivore and likes to eat brine & mysid shrimp and other meaty treats (a few times/day).

Level of Care: The Hi Fin Red Banded Goby is a medium maintenance fish.

Behavior: The Hi Fin Red Banded Goby may act semi-aggressively toward other fish.

Water Conditions: Keep water quality high (SG 1.020 – 1.025, pH 8.1 – 8.4, Temp. 72 – 78 F).

Range: Indo-Pacific.

Breeding: Able to breed.