Hector’s Goby – LiveAquaria
Hector’s Goby, also known as Hector’s Hover Goby, has a bluish-black body with bright yellow horizontal stripes and an eyespot on the dorsal fin.
A 10 gallon or larger aquarium with plenty of hiding places is suitable for this fish. It can be included in a reef aquarium and the fish will sift the sand as well as graze on hair algae. It is non-aggressive towards other fish and will not bother invertebrates in the tank.
Hector’s Goby is easy to feed and its diet consists of most marine foods. It consumes large amounts of algae, worms, and prepared foods such as vitamin enriched mysis shrimp and brine shrimp.
Size Information
| Approximate Purchase Size | Neutral: 1″ to 2-1/2″ |
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FAQ
What is the typical behavior of Hector’s Goby in a reef tank?
Hector’s Goby is non-aggressive and will not disturb invertebrates. It actively sifts sand and grazes on hair algae, making it a good addition to a reef aquarium.
What kind of diet does Hector’s Goby prefer?
It consumes algae, worms, and prepared foods such as vitamin-enriched mysis shrimp and brine shrimp.
How much space does Hector’s Goby need?
A 10 gallon or larger aquarium with plenty of hiding places is recommended.
Pippa Wilson –
Easy to care for and very active in the tank. It helps clean the sand and eats algae naturally. Doesn’t bother other fish or invertebrates. A great addition to my reef setup.
Keith Johnston –
The goby arrived healthy and has been active since day one. It spends time near the sand bed and seems to enjoy feeding on algae. A peaceful and useful fish.
Tracey Newman –
Perfect for a small reef tank. It’s not flashy but does its job well. The yellow stripes stand out and it’s a nice visual addition without being aggressive.