CheckMyFishTankNeon Goby care
Elacatinus oceanops · Saltwater · Beginner level care
A tiny, peaceful cleaner goby with a blue stripe.
Feeding
Twice a day. A small pinch they finish in about 2 minutes. Frozen mysis, brine shrimp, small marine pellets.
Good tank mates
Fish that pass every check with Neon Goby in a 40 gallon tank: same water, overlapping temperature, nobody gets eaten and no bullies.
Do not mix with
- Maroon Clownfish: Maroon Clownfish is aggressive and will bully peaceful Neon Goby.
- Blue Devil Damselfish: Blue Devil Damselfish is aggressive and will bully peaceful Neon Goby.
- Domino Damselfish: Domino Damselfish is aggressive and will bully peaceful Neon Goby.
- Orchid Dottyback: Orchid Dottyback is aggressive and will bully peaceful Neon Goby.
Questions
What size tank does a Neon Goby need?
At least 10 gallons. Adults grow to about 2 inches, so plan for the adult size, not the size at the store.
What temperature does a Neon Goby like?
75 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, with a pH of about 8.1 to 8.4. A steady temperature matters more than hitting one exact number.
How many Neon Goby should I keep together?
Keep only one. Neon Goby fight their own kind.
What do Neon Goby eat?
Frozen mysis, brine shrimp, small marine pellets. Feed twice a day: a small pinch they finish in about 2 minutes.
Sources
Checked against these sources on 2026-11-10. When sources disagree we use the safer number.