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Family: Gobiidae (Gobies)
Natural Range: Indian Ocean, Indo-Pacific Region, Western Pacific Ocean
Size: 1.4 in. Jumps: Yes Space: 10+ gal.
Reef Safe: Yes Care Level: Moderate Temperament: Peaceful
Diet: Benthic copepods
Natural History: The Green Clown Goby is found exclusively on coral reefs among the branches of Bird's Nest Coral Seriatopora hystrix. This species is usually observed in pairs and is likely monogamous.
Husbandry: The Green Clown Goby should he housed in an aquarium with live rock to provide food and shelter. It is peaceful and should be housed with peaceful tankmates. It may be aggressive toward other benthic fish, especially other clown gobies (Gobiodon or Paragobiodon).
AKA: Yellow Prickly-headed Coral Goby