This monogamous fish is found in the Indo-Pacific on outer lagoons and seaward reefs, over hard bottoms, as well as over sand and rubble.
They are usually seen in pairs, hovering near their burrow.
The blue-cheek goby feeds on small bottom-dwelling invertebrates, fish and fish eggs, by sifting through sand.
Monogamous and often seen in pairs
Sifts sand to find its food