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Engineer Gobies

Pholidichthys leucotaenia

Other Names: Convict Blenny, Engineer Blenny, Convict Goby, white-striped eel goby

Origin: Phillipines

Reef Safe: Yes.
Whether or not a fish is "Reef Safe" simply refers to the fish's likelihood of eating corals clams, or invertebrates. If you're not keeping any of those than having a fish that is not reef safe might be perfectly fine for you! For those that do however should watch out, any fish marked as not being reef safe might end up eating all your corals.

Jumper: No.
A fish referred to as a "jumper" is one which might take large leaps out of the surface of your water on occasion. In order to house a fish known for jumping you need to ensure that your tank is completely covered or else your fish might go "carpet surfing" and be out of luck.

Max Size: 18"

Reccomended Tank Size: 75 gallons

Temperature range: 72-86F

Description:
Engineer gobies are black and white with their pattern changing with age. While juvenile they are black with a white stripe extending laterally along the body. As the engineer goby matures the pattern changes to black with several vertical white bars.

The fish can often be found hiding under rocks in caves from dug out sand.

Diet:
Engineer gobies are not picky eaters and will readily accept any food they can find. They quick to eat food fallen on the sand and sinking pellets can be a great food for this fish.

Temperament:
Engineer gobies are peaceful fish which make fine additions to a reef tank. They may show signs of aggression while defending their cave or territory.

Special Notes:
This fish is extremely prolific at undermining rocks and moving sand. It is extremely important that your rock be placed on the bottom of the tank and not on top of sand. These fish will quickly remove any sand under rock which can cause the rocks to slip and tumble.


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