Common name: Crossroads goby
General information
The Aurora Goby, Priolepis compita, is a small and peaceful fish that is well-suited for nano and small reef aquariums. Its captivating coloration, with a mix of pink, yellow, and blue hues, makes it a visually appealing addition to any tank. This species is relatively rare in the aquarium trade, which can make it a unique and prized specimen for hobbyists.
Details
- Recommended minimum volume
- 75 liter (20 gallons)
- Salinity
- S.G. 1.023 to 1.025
- Temperature
- 22 to 26 °C (72 to 79 °F)
- Acidity
- pH 8.1 to 8.4
- Average size
- 6 cm (2½″)
- Care level
- Moderate to easy
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Social
- Harem
- Reefsafe
- Yes
- Aggression
- Peaceful
- Captive bred
- No
Taxonomy
- KingdomAnimalsAnimalia
- PhylumChordatesChordata
- ClassRay-finned FishesActinopterygii
- OrderPerch-like FishesPerciformes
- FamilyGobyGobiidae
- GenusGobyPriolepis
- SpeciesCrossroads gobyPriolepis compita Winterbottom, 1985
Care
Aurora Gobies are hardy and adaptable, but they do best in well-established aquariums with plenty of live rock for hiding and foraging. They are not aggressive and can be kept with other peaceful tank mates. A varied diet of small meaty foods, such as mysis shrimp and brine shrimp, will help maintain their health and coloration.
Reproduction
In the aquarium, Priolepis compita has not been widely bred, and there is limited information on their breeding habits. However, like many gobies, they are likely to spawn in a secure cave or crevice, with the male guarding the eggs.
Habitat
Aurora Gobies are found in the Western Pacific, typically in shallow, coral-rich environments. They often inhabit areas with rubble and coral fragments where they can easily hide from predators.