Spotlight Goby
NameSpotlight Goby
Scientific NameStonogobiops yasha
Common NamesSpotlight Goby, Yasha Goby, Yasha Hase Goby, White-ray Shrimp Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginWestern Pacific Ocean, Indonesia, Philippines, Japan
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)10
Max Size (Inches)2.5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesPistol Shrimp (Alpheus randalli), Other peaceful gobies, Clownfish, Blennies, Small wrasses, Dwarf Angelfish, Firefish
Description
The Spotlight Goby is a small, peaceful saltwater fish known for its striking black body with a bright white stripe and a distinctive 'spotlight' pattern around its eye. It often forms a symbiotic relationship with pistol shrimp, sharing a burrow for protection. This shy species thrives in a well-established reef aquarium with plenty of hiding spots.
