{"product_id":"crosshatch-goby-valenciennea-muralis","title":"Crosshatch Goby Valenciennea Muralis","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrosshatch Goby (Valenciennea muralis)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Crosshatch Goby is a peaceful and elegant sand-sifting goby, recognized for its subtle crosshatched patterns along its body. Its constant burrowing and sifting behavior helps maintain substrate cleanliness while adding activity to the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNative to the Indo-Pacific, commonly found on sandy and rubble substrates near coral reefs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOmnivorous. Feeds on small invertebrates, detritus, and microfauna within the sand. In captivity, accepts finely chopped seafood, mysis shrimp, and high-quality sinking pellets. Requires a deep sandy substrate to perform natural burrowing and sifting behaviors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePeaceful and reef-safe. Compatible with small, non-aggressive fish and invertebrates. Avoid larger or aggressive tank mates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAggression:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNon-aggressive and shy; spends most of its time burrowing or sifting sand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperience Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntermediate. Requires a mature tank with deep sand beds, stable water parameters, and plenty of space for natural burrowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: 72–78°F (22–25.5°C)\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH: 8.1–8.4\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalinity: 1.023–1.025\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edKH: 8–12\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Real Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56864445137271,"sku":"FSH-01973","price":49.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0537\/0386\/8610\/files\/Crosshatch-Goby-Valenciennea-Muralis.png?v=1773332161","url":"https:\/\/realaquatics.co.uk\/products\/crosshatch-goby-valenciennea-muralis","provider":"Real Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}