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Thread-fin Prawn Goby (Elacatinus thread)

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Thread-fin Prawn Goby
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About Thread-fin Prawn Goby

Compact description of Elacatinus thread appearance: Slim oval body, primarily yellowish-orange with dark bars across flanks and a conspicuous white stripe along caudal peduncle (region near tail).

Key facts

Reef safety
Reef Safe with Caution
Family
Gobiidae
Water Parameters
Temperature: 75-80°F (24-27°C) pH: 8.0-8.4 Salinity: 1.021-1.025
Diet
Omnivore
Diet Details
Marine copepods, brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, finely chopped marine algae, and small marine invertebrates (in both wild and aquarium settings)
Max Size
3
Origin
The Elacatinus threadfish is naturally found in the Caribbean Sea, specifically along the coastlines of Belize, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Honduras, Mexico, Panama, and Venezuela. They typically inhabit reef environments at depths ranging from 1 to 30 meters.
Feeding Schedule
Feed 2-3 times daily
Common Health Issues
Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Bacterial Infections, Fungal Infections
Care Requirements
• 100 gallon tank minimum - Water temperature: 72-79°F (22-26°C) - pH: 8.1-8.4 - Specific needs: Hide places and open swimming areas, live rock with plenty of algae for grazing, moderate to strong water flow
Care Level
Moderate
Appearance
Compact description of Elacatinus thread appearance: Slim oval body, primarily yellowish-orange with dark bars across flanks and a conspicuous white stripe along caudal peduncle (region near tail).

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