Tiger Wardi Goby Valenciennea wardi

Tiger (Wardi) Goby - Valenciennea wardi

    The Tiger Wardi Goby , Valenciennea wardi, is also referred to as Ward's Goby showcases a cream coloration on its body with three yellow-brown stripes bars across its base. On its first dorsal fin is something called the "false eye" that gives off the look of a standard sized eye, which gives it a unique and distinct look in an aquarium setup. They are carnivorous in diet, feeding on mainly mysis or brine shrimp.    

Tiger Wardi Goby Stats

 

• Scientific Name: Valenciennea wardi
• Family Name: Gobiidae
• Geographic Distribution: Indo-Pacific reef systems and coastal marine habitats
• Feeding Classification: Carnivorous sand-sifting species
• Recommended Aquarium Temperature: 72–78°F
• Water Chemistry Parameters: pH 8.1–8.4
• Marine Hardness Recommendation: 8–12 dKH
• Reef Compatibility: Reef safe
• Temperament Notes: Peaceful species requiring adequate substrate depth
• Adult Size Expectation: Up to 6 inches
• Habitat Environment: Sandy lagoons and reef flats
• Coloration Features: Tiger-like striping and contrasting body markings

 

Behavior

This species is mainly peaceful and non-aggressive, which makes them very suitable for reef tanks and community aquariums.  

Compatible Species

• Pistol Shrimp (Alpheus spp.)
• Blennies
• Angelfish (Centropyge)(specifically Dwarf Angelfish)