Can a Firefish Goby Live With a Spanish Hogfish?
~ Possible with cautionVerdict from our compatibility engine, assuming a typical 90-gallon reef tank. Score: 55/100.
Why
- Faces pressure from 1 semi-aggressive tankmate (Spanish Hogfish)
- Tank poor (90gal for 150.0gal min)
It can work if…
- Upgrade to a larger tank — this species needs more volume
Both species at a glance
Firefish Goby
Nemateleotris magnifica
- Aggression:
- peaceful
- Min tank:
- 20 gallons
- Reef safe:
- safe
- Diet:
- carnivore
Spanish Hogfish
Bodianus rufus
- Aggression:
- aggressive
- Min tank:
- 150 gallons
- Reef safe:
- caution
- Diet:
- carnivore