Goby but which one???

[TankTastic]

This little fish has loads of character. Got him yesterday as he was on offer but forgot to ask what he was.

 

[melosu58]

Gobies for Sale: Goby Fish Species Including Shrimp Gobies

I was looking through these but I dont see it or a variation.

 

[TankTastic]

This is it from above. If it helps.

 

[TankTastic]

From searching pictures on google. I think he is a Byno Goby. Can anyone confirm or tell me anything about them from experience.

 

[AquaRick]

Looks like your ID is spot on. Besides that I'm afraid I can't comment on this particular species' behavior.

 

[TankTastic]

Looks like your ID is spot on. Besides that I'm afraid I can't comment on this particular species' behavior.

Thanks Rick. Did you see my coral question? Would be good to hear your advice on that thread.

 

[Tony Gill]

Yes, Amblygobius bynoensis it is. I haven't kept this species, but have collected it in northern Australia (at Sweers Island, Gulf of Carpentaria). It was abundant in rock pools with a silty sand bottom, as well as in adjacent shallow reef areas with silty sand bottom. I have kept a few other Amblygobius species through the years, and expect it to behave like A. phalaena and similar species. So make sure there is a good amount of sand for sifting. I'd also avoid keeping more than a pair together. In my experience with A. phalaena, the bigger one(s) will hassle the smaller ones to the point that they stop feeding properly.

Tony

 

[TankTastic]

Thanks again for id, I want to get another one some have a pair. Should I get any or do I have to have male, female pair? Also is there anyway of checking?

Thanks very much to all who help.