Sometimes mistaken for, and sold
as, the chalk goby (V.sexguttata) newly imported
specimens of this species of so-called "sand
shifting" or "sand-sifting" goby
are often quite pale in appearance. They can
be distinguished from their close relatives
as they have think pink horizontal lines running
from the mouth to the base of the tail.
As will all members of this goby
genus it is important to make sure that a fish
is getting enough to eat - offer regular feedings
with mysis and brine shrimp. They like to tunnel
and placing short lengths of saltwater safe
pipe can give them a decent starting point.
Try to obtain a pair if possible- observation
should reveal two compatible individuals.
