{"product_id":"ghost-goby-fusigobius-longispinus","title":"Ghost Goby - Fusigobius Longispinus","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGhost Goby (Fusigobius longispinus)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ghost Goby, Fusigobius longispinus, is a small and subtle marine goby, appreciated for its delicate sand-coloured body, orange spotting and calm bottom-dwelling behaviour. Also known as the Orange-Spotted Sand-Goby, this species is well suited to mature peaceful reef aquariums where it can spend its time resting on sandy areas, hovering close to rockwork and picking at tiny foods from the substrate. It is a quiet, understated fish that works especially well in calm marine communities with gentle tank mates and suitable sandy habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGhost Goby, Orange-Spotted Sand-Goby, Orange Spotted Sand Goby, Longspine Sand Goby, Sand Goby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name (Latin):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFusigobius longispinus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAround 8 cm, making it a small and manageable marine goby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin \/ Natural Habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFound across tropical Indo-Pacific reef regions, including areas of the Red Sea, Indian Ocean, Western Pacific, Japan, Indonesia, Australia and surrounding reef systems. In the wild, Ghost Gobies are associated with sandy bottoms, caves, seaward reefs and sheltered reef structure. They are usually found close to the substrate, where their pale colouration helps them blend into sand, rubble and shaded reef areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTemperature: 24–27°C\u003cbr\u003epH Range: 8.1–8.4\u003cbr\u003eHardness or Salinity: SG 1.020–1.025\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePeaceful to mildly territorial. Ghost Gobies are generally suitable for calm reef aquariums and peaceful marine communities. They may show territorial behaviour towards very similar gobies or other small sand-dwelling species, especially in smaller aquariums. Best kept with peaceful fish that will not bully, outcompete or intimidate them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCarnivorous micro-predator. In the aquarium, offer a varied diet of frozen mysis shrimp, enriched brineshrimp, cyclops, copepod-based foods, finely chopped meaty marine foods and quality small marine pellets. Food should be small enough for the goby to take easily and should be allowed to reach the lower areas of the aquarium where it naturally feeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA practical minimum of around 75–100 litres is recommended for a single specimen, with larger aquariums preferred for mixed reef communities. Provide sandy areas, mature rockwork, caves, crevices and calm zones where the fish can rest and forage naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA small bottom-associated goby that spends much of its time resting on sand, rubble or low rockwork while watching for passing food. It may hover briefly above the substrate or retreat quickly into nearby shelter if startled. This species is not a bold open-water swimmer, so it is best appreciated in peaceful aquariums where it can settle without pressure from aggressive tank mates. A secure lid is recommended, as gobies can jump when startled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eReef Safe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGhost Gobies are considered reef safe and do not normally nip corals, clam mantles or sessile invertebrates. They are suitable for peaceful reef aquariums, although they may consume tiny natural microfauna and small crustaceans as part of their normal feeding behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Requirements or Care Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBest kept in a mature, stable marine aquarium with peaceful tank mates and suitable sandy or rubble areas. Avoid aggressive wrasses, hawkfish, predatory fish or very boisterous feeders that may prevent the goby from feeding confidently. This species can be shy when first introduced, so provide plenty of cover and make sure food reaches the substrate. Avoid mixing with very similar gobies unless the aquarium is large enough to provide separate territories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBeginner to Intermediate fishkeepers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOccasionally available in the marine aquarium trade \/ Availability can vary depending on supplier, import and identification\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. Please note that Mother Nature is a wonderful thing, and variation in patterns and colours will occur — that is part of the unique beauty of these animals.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aqua Group","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":46410185277613,"sku":"AG-103891","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":46410185310381,"sku":"AG-103892","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large","offer_id":46410185343149,"sku":"AG-103893","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0543\/0391\/6205\/files\/GhostGoby-FusigobiusLongispinus.jpg?v=1782309757","url":"https:\/\/aquagroup.co.uk\/products\/ghost-goby-fusigobius-longispinus","provider":"Aqua Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}