The **Engineer Goby** is a unique fish that doesn't easily fit into any specific fish family. These gobies have elongated dark bodies adorned with various yellow patterns.

As they mature, their markings change significantly, sometimes appearing blue or jet black. Occasionally, the **Engineer Goby** resembles a small Tesselata eel. Unlike other blennies or gobies, they can grow up to 13 inches and require a minimum tank size of 55 gallons.

They thrive in aquariums with a deep sand bed and plenty of live rock. The **Engineer Goby** will burrow in the sand and forage for food, often hiding in live rock when threatened.

These gobies are peaceful and won't disturb other fish, corals, or invertebrates in reef tanks. They can be kept together if introduced simultaneously to minimize aggression.

Being carnivorous, **Engineer Gobies** need a diet rich in meaty foods like mysis and brine shrimp, along with high-quality meaty frozen foods to stay healthy.

If you have questions about whether the **Engineer Goby** is suitable for your aquarium, feel free to reach out to us anytime.

• Temperament: Peaceful
  Max Size: 13 inches
  Tank Requirement: 55 Gallons
  Color Variations: Black, Yellow, Blue
  Dietary Needs: Carnivorous
  Natural Habitat: Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Solomon Islands
  Reef Suitability: Compatible
  Skill Level: Intermediate
  Water Parameters: 74-82F, SG 1.020-1.027, pH 7.9-8.5
  Alternate Names: Convict Blenny, Convict Worm Blenny, Convict Goby, Engineer Blenny

Tiny: Up to 1 inch, Small: Over 1-1.5 inches, Small/Medium: Over 1.5-2 inches, Medium: Over 2-2.5 inches, Medium/Large: Over 2.5-3 inches, Large: Over 3-3.5 inches, Extra Large: Over 3.5-4 inches, Extra Extra Large: Over 4-4.5 inches, Show Size: Over 4.5 inches