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Maiden goby
Valenciennea puellaris
Family
Gobiidae
Max Length
20.0000003 cm
Max Weight
0.25 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Overview
Valenciennea puellaris, the Orange-spotted sleeper-goby, Orange-dashed goby, or Maiden goby, Diamond Watchman goby, is a species of goby native to the Indian Ocean and the western Pacific Ocean. It inhabits lagoons and outer reefs where it occurs on sandy substrates with larger pieces of rubble to burrow under. It can reach a length of 20 centimetres (7.9 in) SL. It is a prevalent fish in the aquarium hobby. Its main diet is composed of zoo plankton and dead fish or invertebrates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big do Maiden goby get?+
Maiden goby (Valenciennea puellaris) can reach up to 20.0000003 cm in length and 0.25 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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