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Wheeler's Shrimp Goby (Amblyeleotris Wheeleri)

Sale price$35.50Regular price $47.33

Also Known As: Wheeler's Watchman Goby, Gorgeous Prawn Goby

Compatibility and Behavior
The common name "Gorgeous Prawn Goby" isn't just marketing, it's a fair description of the Wheeler's Shrimp Goby (Amblyeleotris wheeleri). A pale white to cream body is crossed by bold, broad red-orange bands that sets it apart from related species, and the whole fish is scattered with tiny red dots that set it apart with a unique colorway. Beyond the looks, the appeal is the partnership, since like the other shrimp gobies it forms one of the hobby's most captivating symbioses with an Alpheid pistol shrimp (often a Tiger or Randall's), where the nearly blind shrimp digs and maintains a shared burrow while the goby stands guard and signals danger with subtle tail flicks. A pistol shrimp isn't required, but the pairing is highly instinctive and often happens the moment the goby spots a compatible shrimp nearby. It's fully reef safe and won't harm corals or inverts. It can be aggressive toward other similar shrimp gobies over territory, though its own kind can coexist if introduced to the tank at the same time.

Aquarium Requirements
Substrate and a lid come first, as with all the shrimp gobies. Give it a tank of at least 20 gallons with a sand bed of 2 to 4 inches, ideally mixed with fine rubble, crushed coral, or shell fragments to support a stable burrow, especially when paired with a pistol shrimp.Because this goby spends most of its time hovering near its burrow, scattering small rubble and rock nearby helps it feel confident enough to stay out in view. A tight-fitting, gap-free lid is essential, as this is a well-documented jumper, particularly when newly introduced or startled. Gentle to moderate flow works best, directed away from the burrow entrance, since strong turbulence on the sand makes it hard for the goby to perch. Feed mysis, enriched brine, and finely chopped seafood several times a day.

Specifications
Approximate Size: 1–2"
Diet: Carnivore; mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, and finely chopped seafood
Origin: Indo-West Pacific
Care Level: Easy
Reef Safe: Yes
Temperament: Peaceful
Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons
Special Considerations: Needs a sand bed of 2–4 inches with fine rubble for burrowing; a well-documented jumper that needs a gap-free lid; forms a beneficial partnership with a pistol shrimp, but may be aggressive toward other similar shrimp gobies

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

When will you ship my order?

We will ship on the soonest possible shipping day. Our shipping days are Monday-Thursday, and we ship same-day if the order is placed before 12:30 PM PST (unless announced otherwise). For example, if ordering at 1 PM on Thursday, your order will ship the following Monday.

Can you hold my order until next week?

Unfortunately not. We can hold items for up to one business day before shipping. We restock weekly, so chances are good we will receive more by next week!

When is the best time to order?

Saturdays and Sundays are the absolute best time to order, followed by Wednesday evenings. The closer you order to an inventory update, the better the available inventory.

What happens if something I ordered is unavailable?

We will email you to request a substitution. If you would like your original order, chances are good that it will be available to ship within the week (unless it is a very rare item).

Can I modify my order once it has been placed?

This is possible, but not guaranteed. Please email us if you need to modify your order or shipping address, and we will gladly make the changes for you, or let you know if it is too late.

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What salinity do you ship at?

Salinity for fish is 1.018-9. Salinity for inverts is 1.024-5.