Yasha goby reef compatibility check
Stonogobiops yasha
Yasha goby (Stonogobiops yasha) is an intermediate-level goby that needs at least 20 gallons. It is listed as reef safe; can be outcompeted by aggressive tankmates. Temperament is peaceful and adults reach about 2 inches. ReefCrafter schedules it as middle-stage livestock, with no tank-age gate beyond a finished cycle.
Small peaceful goby best planned with calm tankmates and secure cover.
Who it is for
Good fit for
- ✓ Tanks of 20+ gallons at the animal's adult size.
- ✓ Newly cycled tanks with a compatible stocking list.
- ✓ Reef tanks with corals and invertebrates.
- ✓ Peaceful community tanks.
Not a fit for
- ✕ Tanks under 20 gallons, even while it is small.
- ✕ Keepers without some reef experience and stable parameters.
- ✕ Can be outcompeted by aggressive tankmates.
Compatibility warnings
- Can be outcompeted by aggressive tankmates.
- Check adult size against the final tank, not the fish or coral at purchase size.
- Add livestock slowly so the bioload and nutrient export can keep up.
- Use the planner when this animal changes the tank-size, flow, lighting, or stocking plan.
Professional planning context
- Use the 20 gallon minimum as an adult-planning floor; display length, aquascape, and existing tankmates can raise that floor.
- This can be planned early after cycling, but only after quarantine/acclimation logistics and stocking order are settled.
- Professionals should model aggression by territory and introduction order, not only by care level.
Tank fit and maturity gate
ReefCrafter uses 20 gallons as the planning floor for adult size, swimming room, nutrient load, and aggression margin.
This species can be planned early when the tank is cycled and the rest of the stocking list is compatible.
Care notes
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Reef safety
- Safe
- Adult size
- 2 in
- Placement
- sandbed burrow
- Diet
- Build dependent
- Flow
- Varied
- Light
- None
- Bioload
- 0.6
- Stocking stage
- Middle
Related species
- Yellow watchman goby
Same 20-gallon floor, beginner care.
- Neon goby
10+ gallons, beginner care.
- Yellow clown goby
10+ gallons, beginner care, reef caution.
- Diamond watchman goby
50+ gallons.
Equipment that fits
- Innovative Marine 20 NUVO Fusion PRO 2 AIO Aquarium with APS Pedestal
20-gallon display, above this animal's 20-gallon floor.
- Innovative Marine NUVO Fusion 20 Gallon AIO Long Aquarium
20-gallon display, above this animal's 20-gallon floor.
- Red Sea MAX NANO G2 Cube Reef System (20 Gal)
20-gallon display, above this animal's 20-gallon floor.
Related reading
Questions
What size tank does the yasha goby need?
ReefCrafter plans for at least 20 gallons, based on an adult size of about 2 inches, plus swimming room, nutrient load, and aggression margin. Use the adult size, not the size at purchase.
Is the yasha goby reef safe?
It is listed as reef safe in ReefCrafter's catalog. Watch for: Can be outcompeted by aggressive tankmates.
Is the yasha goby good for beginners?
It is rated intermediate care, so most beginners should add it later, after parameters have been stable.
When should I add the yasha goby to my tank?
ReefCrafter treats it as middle-stage livestock, with no tank-age gate beyond a finished cycle. Add livestock slowly so nutrient export keeps up.