Can Hi Fin Red Banded Goby Live With Powder Blue Tang?
Hi Fin Red Banded Goby and Powder Blue Tang are NOT compatible tank mates.
Detailed Analysis
Temperature
✓ Compatible
Good temperature overlap at 74–80°F.
pH
✓ Compatible
Good pH overlap at 8.0–8.4.
Size
⚠ Use Caution
Significant size difference (9" vs 2.5"). Powder Blue Tang may bully or stress Hi Fin Red Banded Goby.
Temperament
✗ Not Compatible
Hi Fin Red Banded Goby (peaceful) is not compatible with Powder Blue Tang (aggressive). Aggression or stress is very likely.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Swim level compatibility is fine.
Tank Requirements
Minimum tank size for this combination: 100 gallons
| Parameter | Hi Fin Red Banded Goby | Powder Blue Tang |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 74–80°F | 74–82°F |
| pH | 8–8.4 | 8–8.4 |
| Max Size | 2.5" | 9" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Aggressive |
| Swim Level | Bottom | All |
| Min Tank | 20 gal | 100 gal |
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