International Aquatics
Catalina Goby
Catalina Goby
🛡️ International Aquatics Quarantine & Guarantee
All fish are checked by marine vets, given a formalin bath, and held for 14 days in copper-treated systems. We feed Selcon-soaked food with Kanaplex and Metroplex during quarantine. Unless marked, all livestock comes with our 15-Day Guarantee. You will receive a video of your fish eating before shipment. For size preference please add a note on your order and we will match your fish to your requested size. If you just want the fish without our QT process, Please email us directly with your order number. Please note this does waive the 15 day guarantee.
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The Catalina Goby (Lythrypnus dalli) is a peaceful species that is reef-safe, admired for its brilliant reddish-orange body marked with electric-blue bands, small size, and bold, perching behavior that adds striking color and activity to aquariums.
Males typically grow slightly larger, with brighter coloration (especially the blue bands) and may show more territorial or courtship displays, while females and juveniles remain smaller with subtler markings and softer hues.
They reach about 2.5 inches in length and should be housed in aquariums of at least 20–24 gallons. Provide plenty of live rock with crevices for hiding, open swimming areas, and stable rockwork. A secure lid is strongly recommended since gobies are prone to jumping.
Maintain stable water parameters: salinity ~1.020–1.025, temperature on the cooler side compared to tropical reef fish at around 64–75°F (18–24°C), and pH ~8.1–8.4. This species is native to cooler Pacific waters, so they do best in temperate marine aquaria rather than warm reef tanks.
Diet should consist of mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, copepods, finely chopped meaty foods, and high-quality carnivore pellets. They readily accept frozen or live foods, and frequent small feedings support their active metabolism.
With proper care, the Catalina Goby makes a standout addition to the aquarium, offering dazzling coloration, small size ideal for smaller setups, and a bold, lively presence.
International Aquatics Quarantine & Guarantee: All fish are checked by marine vets, given a formalin bath, and held for 14 days in copper-treated systems. We feed Selcon-soaked food with Kanaplex and Metroplex during quarantine. Unless marked, all livestock comes with our 15-Day Guarantee. You will receive a video of your fish eating before shipment. On request, we also send photos/videos after arrival at IA. Some species are import-to-order (3-10 business days). Many common species are already cleared or near the end of QT.
Several species will be import-to-order and may take anywhere from 3-10 business days to secure. Once your fish is secured, you will be notified, and the quarantine process will then begin
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