Orange Stripe Prawn Goby

The Orange Stripe Prawn Goby, sometimes referred to by the name Randall's Shrimp Goby, was first discovered in the Western Pacific in 1978 by Hoese and Steene. Their body is white, with orange stripes. There is an orange stripe around the eyes and across its entire head. Males can be distinguished by the dorsal fin, which resembles a fan, which has a striking eyespot. It needs an aquarium that is 10 gallons or more. It is a calm fish, however it can be a bit agitated with its companions when they are kept together or the tank isn't big enough. When it is first introduced to an aquarium, it will not eat for a while and then will acclimatize and begin to eat. It's not aggressive toward other shrimp gobies and could be able to share its burrow species. It is feasible for the Orange Stripe Prawn Goby to reproduce successfully in an aquarium. They can also develop an symbiotic partnership with any other pistol shrimp. The diet should comprise of mysis shrimp of various varieties and vitamin enriched brine shrimp and table shrimp chopped. It should be fed at least two times every day. Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 1" to 2"; Medium: 2" or Larger.