Name: Captive-Bred Blue Line Cleaner Goby - Elactinus oceanops
Brand: TSA Fish
SKU: GOBYxBluCleanerCB
Price: 27.99 USD
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Captive-Bred Blue Line Cleaner Goby - Elactinus oceanops

$27.99

$27.99 $34.99

Captive-Bred Blue Line Cleaner Goby - Elactinus oceanops

Beginner Fish Captive-Bred Goby Nano Fish Reef Safe

$27.99

$27.99 $34.99

SKU: GOBYxBluCleanerCB

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Diet

algae spirulina mysis shrimp brine shrimp

Min Tank Size 30 gallons

Temperament Peaceful

Reef Safe Yes

Care & Diet Feeding, nutrition, and best practices.

Diet Type: Omnivore

Diet and Feeding: It is beneficial to keep this fish on a primarily omnivorous, quality plant- and protein-based diet that reflects its natural opportunistic feeding on algae, small invertebrates, and available organic matter. The bulk of the captive diet should consist of spirulina-based flakes or pellets, marine algae such as nori or seaweed, and a high-quality omnivore pellet formulated for marine species. To ensure balanced nutrition, supplement regularly with treats such as mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, finely chopped clam, and other frozen marine preparations, offered in moderation. Feeding on a seaweed clip or in small, varied portions helps encourage natural foraging behavior and reduces waste. Offer small amounts once to twice daily, only what is fully consumed within a few minutes, and avoid overfeeding to maintain water quality and long-term health.

algae spirulina mysis shrimp brine shrimp

Behavior Temperament, activity level, and interactions.

Temperament: Peaceful

Captive-bred specimens are typically active to moderately active swimmers that do best in spacious aquaria with ample open water plus shelters, caves, or planted cover to reduce stress. Temperament varies by species, but most adapt well in groups or pairs when given enough space, with conspecifics often showing mild hierarchy, territory, or schooling behavior rather than outright aggression. A minimum tank size of 30 gallons is a practical baseline for smaller species, though larger or more boisterous fish may require substantially more; visual barriers, rockwork, and structured décor help break lines of sight and limit conflict. They generally coexist well with peaceful, reef-safe tank mates when matched by size and temperament, though overly timid species should not be housed with fast feeders or aggressive companions. Dietary habits are also species-dependent, but most captive specimens are omnivorous and readily accept prepared foods, frozen fare, and appropriately sized live foods, with grazing or opportunistic hunting behavior influenced by their natural ecology. In all cases, stable water quality, consistent feeding, and a layout that provides both feeding space and refuge are key to maintaining healthy, natural behavior.

Tank & Aquascape Tank requirements and aquascaping tips.

Min Tank Size: 30 gallons
Max Size: 3 inches
Care Level: Easy
Origin: Caribbean

Compatibility Tank mates, aggression, and introduction order.

Temperament: Peaceful
Reef Safe: Yes

Reef & Health Reef safety, common issues, and prevention.

Reef Safe: Yes
Care Level: Easy

Goes well with:

You will receive a fish SIMILAR in design and size to the fish in the photo. This is NOT a WYSIWYG fish.

Captive-Bred Cleaner Wrasse (Labroides dimidiatus)

Captive-Bred Cleaner Wrasses are an exciting breakthrough in the aquarium hobby—offering all the beauty and utility of their wild counterparts with the added benefit of being conditioned for life in captivity. Known for their vivid black and electric blue stripes and natural symbiotic behavior, these wrasses perform a unique role in the reef by "cleaning" parasites and dead tissue from other fish.

Tank Requirements

Cleaner Wrasses thrive in aquariums of 55 gallons or more, ideally with a diverse community of tankmates and plenty of swimming space. They appreciate rockwork where they can rest at night and may establish a specific "cleaning station" where other fish line up for grooming.

Captive-Bred Advantage

Unlike wild-caught specimens, captive-bred Cleaner Wrasses are trained to eat a wider variety of prepared foods, making them more resilient and better suited to long-term success in home aquariums. They adapt quickly, are less likely to stress, and are sustainably sourced.

Diet and Feeding

While wild Cleaner Wrasses rely almost exclusively on picking parasites off other fish, captive-bred individuals accept a broader diet. Offer a mix of mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, finely chopped seafood, and high-quality frozen or pellet foods. Small, frequent feedings help maintain their energy and health.

Tankmates and Behavior

Cleaner Wrasses are peaceful and reef-safe, making them excellent additions to community tanks. They are often seen swimming up to other fish to perform their cleaning duties, and many tankmates willingly participate. Avoid aggressive fish that may bully or stress them, especially during the initial acclimation period.