Randalls Goby

Randall’s Goby (Amblyeleotris randalli): Striking shrimp goby with white body, orange‑yellow bands, and a tall spotted dorsal fin featuring a distinct black spot Forms symbiotic partnerships with pistol shrimp, sharing burrows and alerting each other to danger Native to sandy reef flats and rubble zones across the Indo‑Pacific Reaches about 3 inches; peaceful, bottom‑dwelling species ideal for small to medium reef tanks Temperament & Reef Safety Peaceful and fully reef‑safe Excellent for community tanks and shrimp‑goby pairs Spends most of its time near the substrate, hovering or guarding its burrow Tank Requirements Minimum 20–30 gallons; larger preferred for shrimp pairing Fine sand substrate for burrow building Moderate flow and stable reef parameters: 72–78°F, pH 8.1–8.4, salinity 1.020–1.025, dKH 8–12 Provide rockwork and caves for shelter Diet Carnivore Eats mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, finely chopped seafood, and quality frozen blends Feed small portions 2–3 times daily Compatibility Excellent with peaceful reef fish and invertebrates Ideal partner for Alpheus pistol shrimp species Avoid aggressive tankmates that may disturb its burrow Why Hobbyists Love It Beautiful coloration and elegant dorsal fin Fascinating shrimp‑goby symbiosis behavior Hardy, peaceful, and easy to maintain in mature reef systems