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Rao's Dart Goby
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Rao's Dart Goby

Parioglossus raoi

The Rao's Dart Goby, also known as Rao's Hover Goby, originates from the reefs of Eastern Asia. They are smaller gobies only reaching a total length of just over 1 inch. Their body is elongated and opaque to blue in color with a gold horizontal band. Their large eyes stand out with their blue rims.
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Compatibility at a Glance

Reef compatible — can be kept with reef
Coral compatible — can be kept with coral
Invertebrates compatible — can be kept with invertebrates

Rao's Dart Goby is considered reef safe — it can generally be kept in tanks with corals and sessile invertebrates without damaging them.

Compatibility

Reef Compatible Coral Compatible Invertebrate Compatible

Care Parameters

Type:
fish
Aggression:
peaceful
Swimming Zone:
Surface
Midwater
Bottom
midwater
Minimum Tank:
30 gallons
Schooling:
No
Diet:
carnivore
Safety:
Reef
Coral
Invert

Compatibility with Popular Tankmates

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Tank Compatibility