Yoshigoui's Goby
NameYoshigoui's Goby
Scientific NameStonogobiops yasha
Common NamesYasha Goby, White-ray Shrimp Goby, Yoshigoui's Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginWestern Pacific Ocean, Japan, Indonesia, Philippines
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), Clownfish, Royal Gramma, Firefish, Small gobies, Blennies, Dwarf Angelfish, Small invertebrates
Description
The Yoshigoui's Goby, also known as the Yasha Goby, is a small, peaceful saltwater fish recognized by its striking white body with red/orange stripes and an elongated dorsal fin. It forms a fascinating symbiotic relationship with a pistol shrimp, sharing a burrow for protection. This shy species thrives in established reef aquariums with a fine sand bed.
