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About Wheeler's Watchman Goby
A small, slender goby with a cream to tan body, distinctive pair of large dark eyes, and a synoptic yellow-orange stripe running along the dorsal midline. The species exhibits characteristic watchman goby behavior and body form.
Key facts
- Origin
- Indo-Pacific region from Indonesia to the Philippines and surrounding areas.
- Common Health Issues
- Marine ich, Fin rot, Swim bladder disorder, Bacterial infections, Parasitic infestations
- Aka
- Wheeler's Goby, Wheeler Watchman
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.025
- Family
- Gobiidae
- Min tank size
- 20 gallons
- Appearance
- A small, slender goby with a cream to tan body, distinctive pair of large dark eyes, and a synoptic yellow-orange stripe running along the dorsal midline. The species exhibits characteristic watchman goby behavior and body form.
- Max Size
- 3.5
- Feeding Schedule
- Feed 2-3 times daily
- Reef safety
- Reef Safe
- Diet Details
- Small crustaceans, copepods, amphipods, frozen mysis, brine shrimp, and other small meaty foods.
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate - Often confused with High Fin or Yellow Watchman. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
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