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Decorated Goby (Istigobius decoratus)

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Decorated Goby
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About Decorated Goby

The Decorated Goby is a small, stout-bodied fish with a tan to brownish base coloration overlaid with a distinctive reticulated (net-like) pattern of darker lines and spots. It has a slightly flattened head and large pectoral fins used for bottom-dwelling and movement.

Key facts

Diet
carnivore
Diet Details
Feed small frozen or live foods such as mysis shrimp, copepods, and small crustaceans. They are bottom-feeders that pick at sand and rubble for natural prey items in the aquarium.
Max Size
5
Min tank size
30 gallons
Care Level
Moderate
Care Requirements
• 30+ gallon tank with sandy substrate for burrowing • Water: 72-78°F, pH 8.1-8.3, salinity 1.023-1.025 • Requires live sand and rubble for grazing and hiding • Feeds on small crustaceans, mysis, and quality pellets • Low water flow preferred; bottom dweller
Origin
Indo-Pacific region from the Red Sea to the Great Barrier Reef and beyond, typically found in shallow coastal waters and seagrass beds.
Feeding Schedule
Feed 2-3 times daily
Appearance
The Decorated Goby is a small, stout-bodied fish with a tan to brownish base coloration overlaid with a distinctive reticulated (net-like) pattern of darker lines and spots. It has a slightly flattened head and large pectoral fins used for bottom-dwelling and movement.
Water Parameters
Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.025
Family
Gobiidae
Difficulty Level
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.

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