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Tiger Goby \u2013 Valenciennea wardii<\/em><\/h3>\n

Overview:<\/strong>
The Tiger Goby is a sand-sifting goby<\/strong> recognized for its elongated body with horizontal tiger-like stripes<\/strong>. Like other Valenciennea species, it spends much of its time sifting sand through its gills<\/strong>, keeping the substrate clean while searching for small invertebrates. This natural cleaning ability makes it a highly desirable addition to reef aquariums.<\/p>\n

Origin:<\/strong>
Native to the Indo-Pacific<\/strong>, often found in sandy lagoons and reef flats where it forms burrows, sometimes in pairs.<\/p>\n

Feeding:<\/strong>
Carnivorous \u2013 feeds on small crustaceans, worms, and zooplankton<\/strong> in the wild. In captivity, it adapts to frozen mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, finely chopped seafood, and sinking carnivore pellets<\/strong>. A well-established tank with a healthy sandbed<\/strong> is highly recommended to sustain natural feeding.<\/p>\n

Tank Mates:<\/strong>
Peaceful and reef-safe. Best kept with non-aggressive fish, corals, and invertebrates<\/strong>. Can be kept in pairs if introduced at the same time. Avoid aggressive or predatory species.<\/p>\n

Aggression:<\/strong>
Low.<\/strong> Generally docile, though it may defend its burrow from similar sand-sifting gobies in smaller aquariums.<\/p>\n

Experience Level:<\/strong>
Intermediate.<\/strong> Requires a mature aquarium with a sandy substrate<\/strong>. Needs a secure lid, as it may jump when startled.<\/p>\n

Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n