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  • 21 Best goby fish for a saltwater tank

    21 Best goby fish for a saltwater tank

    Goby fish are generally hardy, peaceful, reef-safe saltwater aquarium fish that will be model citizens in a community reef tank. This article will provide an overview of the 21 Best goby fish for a saltwater tank, along with some important care guide quick facts. 21 Best goby fish for a saltwater tank Neon goby Yellowline…

  • Clown Goby Care: Gobiodon spp.

    Clown Goby Care: Gobiodon spp.

    The clown goby (Gobiodon spp.) charms people with a combination of its tiny size, cute shape, and dazzling array of colors. You don’t need to break the bank to add one – or even a pair – to your display reef tank, either. And under ideal conditions, they’ll add the perfect touch of activity. You…

  • Engineer Goby: The Awesome Cichlid of the Sea

    Engineer Goby: The Awesome Cichlid of the Sea

    The engineer goby is one of my absolutely favorite saltwater fish. I’ve kept them in my display tank for years. They’re one of the most inexpensive fish in the saltwater aquarium hobby, too. Most of the time, they cost below $10 for a small juvenile fish. And if you aren’t already convinced you should have…

  • Mandarin Goby, Synchiropus splendidus, in the Reef Aquarium

    Mandarin Goby, Synchiropus splendidus, in the Reef Aquarium

    The mandarin goby is arguably one of the most beautiful reef fish you will ever see. Let’s dive a bit deeper into some of the most common questions about keeping this amazing saltwater aquarium fish. Quick facts How long do mandarin gobies live? Are mandarin gobies hard to keep? What does a mandarin goby eat? Are…

  • Neon Goby, Elacatinus oceanops, easy breeder or challenging

    Neon Goby, Elacatinus oceanops, easy breeder or challenging

    The Neon gobies are some of my absolute favorite saltwater fish of all time. They are small, with over-sized personalities,  aquacultured and inexpensive, but not ubiquitous. Quick facts about the Neon gobies There are actually several different species of neon goby: Elacatinus oceanops, the Neon goby Elacatinus figaro, the Yellowline goby Elacatinus evelynae, the Sharknose goby…

  • Diamond Goby Care

    Diamond Goby Care

    The Diamond Goby is a peaceful reef fish that will liven up your tank with a subtle burst of color (spots) and personality. They are a reasonably hardy species of fish that should be easy for beginners or advanced hobbyists to care for–and watching them dig through and sift the sand like a prospector is…

  • Saltwater firefish goby: quick facts, care guide, diet and more

    Saltwater firefish goby: quick facts, care guide, diet and more

    You will probably agree with me that the saltwater firefish goby, Nemateleotris magnifica, is a gorgeous saltwater fish, right? It is inexpensive, commonly available in the trade, and might be at your local fish store right now. If you’re thinking about adding one to your reef tank, check out the rest of this article to see…

  • Best reef aquarium fish

    Best reef aquarium fish

    Having your own saltwater aquarium can be a fun and rewarding hobby. Some of the most beautiful animals in the world live on coral reefs. Where should you get started, there are so many options? Here are the best reef aquarium fish for a saltwater tank. Clownfishes: best reef aquarium fish options The clownfishes are…

  • 40 gallon fish tank dimensions

    40 gallon fish tank dimensions

    A 40 gallon aquarium is a popular size, but it is important to measure the space in your home to match the perfect size with the space available. Here are 40 gallon fish tank dimensions for the most popular builds: 40 gallon fish tank dimensions charts 40 gallon fish tank dimensions chart (in inches): Manufacturer…

  • Aquarium Industry Statistics: Global and U.S.

    Aquarium Industry Statistics: Global and U.S.

    Ready to dive right into some Aquarium industry statistics? The 2020 Pandemic year slowed down many industries, but global aquarium trade value was about normal, driven by strong U.S. imports of live marine ornamental fish. Here are the 50 Best Aquarium Industry Statistics: Global and U.S. The global ornamental fish industry, which includes both freshwater…