Beautiful-cheek Shrimpgoby
NameBeautiful-cheek Shrimpgoby
Scientific NameAmblyeleotris bellulus
Common NamesBeautiful-cheek Shrimpgoby, Bellulus Goby, Tiger Watchman Goby, Ornamental Shrimpgoby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Western Pacific Ocean
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesPistol Shrimp, Clownfish, Blennies, Cardinalfish, Chromis, Small Wrasses, Other peaceful gobies (with caution in larger tanks)
Description
The Beautiful-cheek Shrimpgoby is a peaceful saltwater fish recognized by its distinctive yellow stripes on its cheeks and a banded body pattern. It is well-known for forming a symbiotic relationship with a pistol shrimp, sharing a burrow for mutual protection. This species makes an intriguing and active addition to a reef or fish-only-with-live-rock aquarium.
