Hi Fin Red Banded Goby

High Fin Red Banded Goby

Also known as the High Fin Goby or High Fin Red Banded Shrimp Goby, this small and peaceful species is loved for its striking red-and-white banding, tall dorsal fin, and fascinating symbiotic relationship with pistol shrimp. A perfect addition to nano and peaceful reef aquariums.

🟢 Quarantined (Minimum 2 Weeks) – Fully Conditioned & Eating

Quick Facts

• Care Level: Easy
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Reef Compatibility: Reef Safe
• Minimum Tank Size: 10–20 gallons
• Size: Ranging from approximately 1.5–2 inches at adult size

Behavior & Husbandry

High Fin Gobies spend much of their time near the entrance of their burrow, often pairing naturally with pistol shrimp in a fascinating symbiotic relationship. The shrimp maintains the burrow while the goby acts as a lookout for danger.

They prefer aquariums with sand beds, stable rockwork, and peaceful tankmates. Due to their shy nature and small size, they do best in calm reef environments without aggressive or overly active fish.

A secure lid is recommended, as gobies may jump when startled.

Feeding & Diet

Carnivorous and easy to feed once acclimated.

What We Feed at Lush Corals:

• Frozen mysis shrimp (finely chopped)
• Enriched brine shrimp
• Small pellet foods

In Your Aquarium:

• Small frozen foods
• Micro pellets
• Finely sized meaty foods

Frequent small feedings help maintain health and body condition.

Compatibility Notes

Compatible with:

• Clownfish
• Gobies
• Blennies
• Peaceful wrasses
• Other peaceful reef fish

Excellent candidate for pairing with pistol shrimp.

Avoid aggressive bottom-dwelling fish that may compete for territory or intimidate them.

Lush Corals Quarantine & Conditioning Process

This fish has completed our full quarantine and conditioning protocol (minimum 2 weeks) prior to being made available.

During this process, each fish is:

• Carefully observed and stabilized
• Proactively treated and monitored
• Conditioned onto prepared foods
• Verified to be actively eating and thriving

This extended process significantly reduces stress and increases long-term success, ensuring you receive a fish that is healthy, stable, and truly ready for your reef.

We don’t rush fish to market—every quarantined fish we offer has been given the time it needs to succeed in your aquarium.