Goby – Diamond Sleeper

Diamond Sleeper Goby Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size: 30 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 15.25cm (6″)

Diet: Carnivore

Temperament: Peaceful

Lifespan: Up to 10 years

Scientific Name: Valenciennea Puellaris

Other Names: Orange Spotted Diamond, Orange-dashed, or Orangespotted Sleeper Goby, Diamond Watchman Goby

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: Yes

Approx. Purchase Size: sm: 2 -3 inches medium: 3-4 inches

The diamond sleeper goby, scientific name Valenciennea Puellaris is a peaceful fish. Their minimum tank size is 30 gallons. Diamond sleeper gobies can grow up to 6” and can live up to 10 years. Diamond sleeper gobies are omnivores and should be fed small pieces of frozen food such as brine shrimp, they will also pick at algae sheets if available. Sleeper gobies will pick sand up, clean and sift the sand through their gills back into the tank.  Sleeper gobies will do best in a tank with sand. Diamond sleeper gobies can be kept singly or in pairs, if kept in pairs they should be introduced to the tank at the same time. Diamond sleeper gobies are reef safe and will not bother coral or invertebrates. Diamond sleeper gobies will be seen swimming throughout the tank throughout the day and will find caves to sleep in at night. The diamond sleeper goby is also referred to as the orange spotted diamond goby, orange dashed goby, orangespotted sleeper goby, or the diamond watchman goby. Sleeper gobies are known for jumping and should have a tight fitting lid.