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November 24, 2009
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Zebra Dart Goby
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Zebra Dart Goby
Veterinary & Aquatic Services Department, Drs. Foster & Smith, Inc.

The Zebra Dart Goby is also referred to as the Bar Goby, Zebra or Barred Dartfish, Zebra Goby, or Chinese Zebra Goby. Both the head and body of the Zebra Dart Goby are light green. Its attractive slender body has numerous vertical, evenly-spaced thin orange stripes displaying an intricate pattern.

A tank of at least 30 gallons or larger with a sandy bottom, plants, and coral will provide a healthy environment. Small groups or pairs tend to do better in an aquarium than a single individual, but all need to be introduced to the tank simultaneously and have plenty of swimming room.

The meaty diet of the Zebra Dart Goby should include fresh or frozen seafood and brine and mysid shrimp.

Like other gobies, they are generally compatible with: Dwarf Angelfish, Anthias, Basslets, Batfish, Blennies, Boxfish, Butterflyfish, Cardinalfish, Clownfish, Damselfish, Filefish, Hawkfish, Pseudochromis, Puffers and Tangs & Surgeons.

Fish Facts
Name: Zebra Dart Goby (Ptereleotris zebra)
Family: Microdesmidae
Range: Indo-Pacific
Size: Up to 4 inches
Diet: Carnivore
Tank Set-up: Marine: Coral or rock, plants, sand
Reef Compatible: Yes
Tank Conditions: 72-78°F; sg 1.020-1.025; pH 8.1-8.4
Minimum Tank Capacity: 30 gallon
Light: High
Temperament: Peaceful
Swimming Level: Bottom
Care Level: Easy
Reproduction: Egg Layer
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