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Neon Goby

Neon goby

Elacatinus oceanops

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Fun Facts

Neon gobies are a monogamous species, meaning they only take one partner to breed in their lifetime.

Species Type:

Fishes

Common Name(s):

Neon goby

Size:

These fish reach a max length of five centimeters (two inches).

Diet:

Neon gobies are a cleaner species meaning they eat dead skin and parasites off of other fish.

Range & Habitat:

Neon gobies are found in central and western Atlantic waters from Florida and Texas to Belize. They inhabit reef communities.

Details:

Neon gobies have dark blue-black bodies with a bright blue stripe starting at their eyes and ending at the base of their tail.