Marbled Sleeper Goby

Oxyeleotris marmorata

Marbled Sleeper Goby is a bottom-to-middle swimmer. Best kept as a solitary specimen.

Semi-AggressiveBottom to middle swimmerBest kept as a solitary specimenIntermediate

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Quick facts

Adult size: ≤ 25.6" (≤ 65 cm)
Aquarium size: 149 US gal (565 L) or larger / ≥ 59.1" (≥ 150 cm) minimum length
Care level: Intermediate
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Swimming zone: Bottom to middle swimmer
Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C)
pH: 6.5–7.5
GH: 10–15 dGH
Diet: Carnivore
Lifespan: up to 8 years
Group behavior: Best kept as a solitary specimen

Care requirements

Care level: Intermediate.

Lifespan: up to 8 years.

Aquarium size and space needs

Minimum aquarium size: 149 US gal (565 L) or larger / ≥ 59.1" (≥ 150 cm) minimum length. Plan the layout and stocking within that limit.

Water parameters

Suitable water: temperature 22–28 °C, pH 6.5–7.5, GH 10–15 dGH.

Temperament and compatibility

Marbled Sleeper Goby needs careful companion choice because it can be territorial or semi-aggressive.

Swimming zone and behavior

This fish uses the lower to middle part of the aquarium, so leave enough open substrate area for movement and feeding.

Feeding

Use foods that suit a meatier diet and avoid combining it with fish small enough to be treated as food.

Before adding this fish

Plan for an aquarium of 149 US gal (565 L) or larger / ≥ 59.1" (≥ 150 cm) minimum length.
Choose other fish carefully around this temperament.
Best kept as a solitary specimen.
Offer a varied diet suited to this species’ documented feeding habits.

Important notes

Very large sit-and-wait predator: smaller fishes are prey. Verify enclosure dimensions against actual adult body length and provide secure cover.

Similar fish profiles

Use these profiles to compare fish with similar care level, size, temperature range, or swimming behavior.

Blue Botia Yasuhikotakia modesta Similar care level Same temperament Bottom dweller Intermediate ≤ 9.8" (≤ 25 cm) 73–82°F (23–28°C) Agassiz’s Apistogramma Apistogramma agassizii Similar care level Same temperament Same swimming zone Beginner – Intermediate ≤ 3" (≤ 7.5 cm) 72–84°F (22–29°C) Amazon Leaffish Monocirrhus polyacanthus Similar care level Same temperament Bottom dweller Intermediate – Advanced ≤ 3.9" (≤ 10 cm) 73–84°F (23–29°C) Barca Snakehead Channa barca Similar care level Same temperament Bottom dweller Intermediate – Advanced ≤ 41.3" (≤ 105 cm) 50–82°F (10–28°C) Barlow’s Apistogramma Apistogramma barlowi Similar care level Same temperament Same swimming zone Intermediate ≤ 2.6" (≤ 6.5 cm) 72–84°F (22–29°C) Black Toraja Goby Mugilogobius hitam Similar care level Same temperament Bottom dweller Intermediate – Advanced ≤ 1.7" (≤ 4.3 cm) 79–86°F (26–30°C)

FAQ

How large does Marbled Sleeper Goby get?

Marbled Sleeper Goby reaches ≤ 25.6" (≤ 65 cm). It needs specialist housing, long-term space, strong filtration, and carefully chosen companions.

What aquarium size does Marbled Sleeper Goby need?

Use an aquarium of at least 149 US gal (565 L) or larger / ≥ 59.1" (≥ 150 cm) minimum length.

Is Marbled Sleeper Goby peaceful?

Marbled Sleeper Goby needs more careful companion choice because the temperament data points toward boundaries, space, or similar-sized fish.

What temperature is suitable for Marbled Sleeper Goby?

Keep it between 22 to 28 °C.

Should Marbled Sleeper Goby be kept alone or in a group?

Marbled Sleeper Goby: Best kept as a solitary specimen.