Fishician®Diet
Herbivore – biofilm, algae on rocks and glass; supplement with algae wafers, spirulina
Aquarium species profile
Blue Neon Stiphodon Goby
Stiphodon atropurpureus · Southeast Asia / Pacific (Philippines, Ryukyu Islands, Indonesia)
Minimum tank20 gal
Adult size2"
Care levelIntermediate
TemperamentPeaceful
Temperature72–79°F
pH range7.0–8.0
Compatible tank mates
Small peaceful hillstream-adapted fish, small danios
Tank mates to avoid
Aggressive fish, soft-water species, fish that compete for algae
Care notes
Males are vibrant neon blue; females grey. Amphidromous — in wild, larvae drift to sea and return. Requires pristine, highly oxygenated water with current. Grazes biofilm constantly. Need established tank with algae growth.
Check the whole aquarium. Tank size alone does not establish compatibility. Confirm adult size, water overlap, social grouping, territory, diet, and the individual animals before stocking.