Black Clown Goby

Gobiodon niger

Identification	Jet-black body with bright orange-red markings on the cheek and near the eye. Small and compact, with the typical Gobiodon body shape adapted for life among coral branches.
Maximum Length	Up to 2 inches (5 cm)
Origin	Indo-Pacific — Red Sea to Marshall Islands
Minimum Tank Size	10 gallons
Reef Compatible	Yes

Behavior

Like all Gobiodon clown gobies, lives among Acropora and other branching coral heads. Completely stationary for extended periods, resting on or between coral branches. Peaceful and will share coral heads with other small, peaceful fish. Mild toxic mucus coat deters most predators.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore. Feeds on small crustaceans and plankton. Offer frozen baby brine shrimp, mysis, and copepods. Live foods help with initial acclimation.

Cautions

Mildly toxic mucus coat — avoid housing with fish that may attempt to eat it. Needs established SPS corals to thrive.