Facts and Information
This species is often referred to as a Mandarinfish, Dragonet, or Mandarin Goby. Two male specimens in the same aquarium will not tolerate each other and males often show aggression towards females as well, but they are a beautifully colored fish. Prepared foods can be offered, but are unlikely to be taken. Strict attention must be paid to providing the proper foods in adequate amounts if these fish are to fair well in captivity. Also, these fish are unable to compete for food with greedy and boisterous fish, so be sure to avoid that type of situation for best results. Mandarin Goby are characterized by: small, pursed mouths; small gill openings; two dorsal fins; flat, depressed heads; a scale less body; and moving, or "scooting" across the bottom by an undulating motion of the pectoral fins. These little fish are micropredators, prowling the rock rubble and sandy areas in search of small crustaceans, worms and copepods.
Size - Small
Possible Tankmates - Yellow Assessor, Ocellaris Clownfish, Yellow Clown Goby