Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Goby Orange Spotted's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
pH
8 - 8.4
Temperature
24° - 27 °C
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An excellent sand-sifting goby featuring attractive orange spots on a white body. It requires a deep sand bed and is essential for keeping substrate aerated.
Key traits
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Everything you need to keep Goby Orange Spotted healthy in a South African setup.
Size the aquarium to Goby Orange Spotted's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Keep pH 8–8.4 and 24–27°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Goby Orange Spotted is an omnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for saltwater fish — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Goby Orange Spotted is generally peaceful. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Pair with similarly sized peaceful tankmates in saltwater fish. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding notes for Goby Orange Spotted vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
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