Randall's Shrimp Goby

Randall’s Shrimp Goby

A peaceful and beautifully patterned goby known for its fascinating symbiotic relationship with pistol shrimp. Randall’s Gobies feature vibrant orange striping and a calm personality, making them an excellent addition to reef aquariums.

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

Quick Facts

• Care Level: Easy
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Reef Compatibility: Reef Safe
• Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons
• Size: Ranging from approximately 2–4 inches at adult size

Behavior & Husbandry

Randall’s Gobies spend most of their time near their burrow, often forming a symbiotic partnership with pistol shrimp. The goby acts as a lookout while the shrimp maintains the burrow, creating one of the most fascinating natural behaviors in the hobby.

They do best in aquariums with sand beds and stable rockwork. A peaceful environment with plenty of hiding places will help them feel secure and display natural behavior.

Like many gobies, they may jump if startled, so a secure lid is recommended.

Feeding & Diet

Carnivorous and easy to feed once conditioned.

What We Feed at Lush Corals:

• Frozen mysis shrimp
• Enriched brine shrimp
• Small pellet foods

In Your Aquarium:

• Frozen foods
• Small pellets
• Meaty foods

They adapt well to prepared foods and benefit from regular feeding.

Compatibility Notes

Compatible with:

• Clownfish
• Blennies
• Wrasses
• Other peaceful reef fish

Excellent candidate for pairing with pistol shrimp.

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

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.