Helfrich's Goby

Scientific Name: Nemateleotris helfrichi
Family: Microdesmidae
Origin: Indo-Pacific Ocean
Care Level: Moderate – Difficult
Temperament: Peaceful
Diet: Carnivore – Planktivore
Minimum Tank Size: 80 liters
Max Size: 6–7 cm
Temperature: 24–27°C
Salinity: 1.023–1.025 SG
pH: 8.1–8.4
Reef Safe: Fully compatible

Nemateleotris helfrichi is one of the most striking firefish species with its purple and yellow color combination. Thanks to its slender body and long dorsal fin, it moves as if gliding in the current. It is known as a very valuable and delicate species in reef aquariums.