Sleeper Banded Goby

Saltwater Fish — Amblygobius phalaena

The Sleeper Banded Goby is known for its bold brown-and-white bands, colorful markings, and constant sand-sifting behavior, making it both attractive and useful in a marine aquarium. It needs a mature sand bed where it can forage and create burrows.

CARE LEVEL: Intermediate

MAX SIZE: Up to 6" (15 cm)

MIN. TANK SIZE: 30 Gallons

TEMPERATURE: 74–80°F (23–27°C)

DIET: Omnivore

FEEDING: Mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, small meaty foods, algae-based foods, and nori; feed 2–3 times daily

TEMPERAMENT: Peaceful

COMPATIBILITY: Peaceful with most community fish; best kept singly unless a mated pair; provide a deep, established sand bed and secure rockwork