Scissortail Goby

Description

The Scissortail Goby, Ptereleotris evides, also known as the Scissortail Dartfish, features a white head and a shiny blue/silver body with large dorsal and anal fins. As a prolific jumper, the Scissortail Goby should be kept in a tank with a tightly sealed lid to prevent escapes. They also thrive in tanks with plenty of live rock, loose rubble, and a deep sandy substrate. They are peaceful. but can become territorial with others of the same species. They will feed on a carnivorous diet of finely chopped seafood, and brine and mysis shrimp.