Fishician®Diet
Carnivore – frozen mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, marine pellets, copepods
Aquarium species profile
Firefish Goby
Nemateleotris magnifica · Indo-Pacific (Red Sea, East Africa to Hawaii)
Minimum tank20 gal
Adult size3"
Care levelEasy
TemperamentPeaceful
Temperature72–80°F
pH range8.1–8.4
Compatible tank mates
Clownfish, Royal Gramma, small peaceful reef fish
Tank mates to avoid
Aggressive fish, other Firefish (unless mated pair—will fight)
Care notes
Stunning red-to-white coloration. Expert jumper; tight-fitting lid essential. Will dart into sand or rock when startled. Keep singly or as mated pair.
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.