Allen's Shrimpgoby
NameAllen's Shrimpgoby
Scientific NameAmblyeleotris randalli
Common NamesRandall's Shrimpgoby, Randall's Goby, Randall's Watchman Goby, Allen's Shrimpgoby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Western Pacific
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesPistol Shrimp (Alpheus spp.), Clownfish, Blennies, Other peaceful gobies, Small wrasses, Peaceful damselfish
Description
The Allen's Shrimpgoby, more commonly known as Randall's Shrimpgoby, is a peaceful saltwater fish recognized by its mottled brown and white body and a strikingly tall, sail-like first dorsal fin. It is famous for its symbiotic relationship with pistol shrimp, sharing a burrow dug by the shrimp. This species requires a fine sand bed for burrowing and thrives in a reef aquarium.
