Stiphodon ornatus is a beautiful and elegant freshwater goby that stands out with its detailed patterns and soft, attractive colors. The body often shows a mix of blue, gray, and subtle golden or orange accents, giving it a refined and ornamental appearance, true to its name.

This species is peaceful and calm, making it a great addition to community tanks and aquascape aquariums. Stiphodon ornatus spends most of its time near the bottom, resting on rocks and grazing on algae and biofilm, which also helps keep the aquarium naturally clean.

It prefers clean, well-oxygenated water with gentle to moderate flow, similar to clear stream environments in nature. With its gentle behavior and graceful movement, Stiphodon ornatus adds natural beauty and a soothing presence to any freshwater aquarium.