Goldhead Goby

Goldhead Goby — Elacatinus lori

The Elacatinus lori Goldhead Goby is a small, colorful reef fish featuring a vibrant yellow head contrasted with a sleek black-and-white body. Known for its peaceful and social nature, it often forms small groups, perching on rockwork while actively cleaning parasites from other fish in its environment. Its striking coloration and engaging behavior make it a lively addition to community reef tanks.

Goldhead Gobies thrive in established reef tanks with stable water parameters, plenty of rockwork for perching, and moderate water flow. Introduce only after the aquarium is mature to ensure safe acclimation and minimal stress from tankmates. A minimum tank size of 20 gallons is recommended, with larger tanks preferred for groups or mixed species setups.

Their diet should include high-quality frozen or pellet foods from San Francisco Bay Brand, Hikari, PE, TDO, and New Life Spectrum, with small, frequent feedings to support active behavior and optimal coloration. Target feeding ensures proper nutrition for these small, energetic fish.

Approximate product size: 1.5"–2" (varies by availability)

We maintain a rigorous, veterinarian-approved quarantine program that includes proactive treatments, careful observation, and daily monitoring to ensure the highest standards of fish health. Our biosecurity practices reduce the risk of any cross-contamination between systems, meaning our livestock are ready for your display tanks.