Hector’s Goby
(Koumansetta hectori)

Description

Hector’s Goby: Your Aquarium’s Peaceful Sand-Sifter

Introduce the charming Hector’s Goby into your marine tank and observe its gentle demeanor and beneficial sand-sifting habits, adding both beauty and natural substrate cleaning to your aquatic world.

Overview

The Hector’s Goby (*Amblygobius hectori*) is a small, captivating marine fish, typically reaching 8.5 cm. Its elongated body showcases striking yellow horizontal stripes against a dark, often bluish-black background, often accented by a distinct eyespot on its dorsal fin. These gobies are renowned for their peaceful nature and fascinating behavior of sifting through sandy substrates, contributing to a cleaner, healthier aquarium environment. They prefer to hover just above the sand, but will openly explore their surroundings once settled.

Care Level

Considered an easy to moderate care species, the Hector’s Goby is generally peaceful and hardy, making it suitable for a range of marine aquarists. While non-aggressive towards most tank mates, they can be territorial with other gobies or blennies in smaller enclosures. It’s best to house them singly or as a confirmed mated pair for optimal harmony within your healthy aquarium fish community.

Tank Essentials

A minimum aquarium size of 75 litres (20 gallons) is recommended, especially if considering a pair, to provide ample space for their sand-sifting activities and natural behavior. Ensure a fine sand substrate is available for burrowing and sifting. Maintain stable water parameters: temperature between 22-28°C, pH range of 8.1-8.4, and a specific gravity of 1.020-1.025.

Diet

Hector’s Gobies are omnivores, primarily feeding on tiny invertebrates and detritus found while sifting sand, and grazing on filamentous algae. Supplement their diet with high-quality marine pellets, flakes, and various frozen foods such as mysis shrimp and enriched brine shrimp for comprehensive Hector’s Goby care.

Why Buy From Us

When you buy Hector’s Goby online from us, you choose a commitment to quality and responsible sourcing. Our fish are quarantined and meticulously cared for, ensuring you receive vibrant, well-acclimated specimens. We prioritize humane shipping practices to ensure your new marine addition arrives in pristine condition, ready to thrive in your aquarium.

• Scientific Name: Amblygobius hectori
• Common Name / Variant: Hector’s Goby
• Maximum Size: 8.5 cm
• Origin: Indo-Pacific
• pH Range: 8.1–8.4
• Temperature: 22–28°C
• Lifespan: 3–7 years
• Swimming Zone: Bottom

Add this peaceful, beneficial goby to your reef today!