Wheeler's Shrimp Goby
Amblyeleotris wheeleri
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Suggested Tank
10+ gallons
Max Size
3 inches
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
The Wheeler's Shrimp Goby is a fascinating and colorful saltwater fish that forms a symbiotic relationship with a pistol shrimp. The fish has a long, slender body with a large mouth, and its coloration varies from yellow to pink with blue spots. It's known for its interesting behavior of sharing its burrow with a shrimp.
Reef Safe
Yes, the Wheeler's Shrimp Goby is considered safe for reef tanks.
Environment
The Wheeler's Shrimp Goby prefers a tank with plenty of live rock for hiding and a sandy substrate for burrowing. It also needs a tank with a tight-fitting lid as it's known to be a jumper.
Behavior
This type of goby is known for its symbiotic relationship with the pistol shrimp. The shrimp digs and maintains a burrow that both the shrimp and the goby inhabit. The goby serves as a lookout, warning the shrimp of approaching predators.
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Price History
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Wheeler's Shrimp Goby
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$ 30.00 | Aqua SD | Sep 29, 2025 | View |
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Wheeler's Shrimp Goby (Amblyeleotris Wheeleri)
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$ 36.00 | Reef Beauties | Aug 28, 2025 | View |
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Wheeler's Shrimp Goby (Amblyeleotris Wheeleri)
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$ 36.00 | Reef Beauties | Aug 23, 2025 | View |
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Wheeler's Shrimp Goby (Amblyeleotris Wheeleri)
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$ 34.00 | Reef Beauties | Apr 10, 2025 | View |
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Wheeler's Shrimp Goby
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$ 40.00 | Live Aquaria | Mar 26, 2025 | View |
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Wheeler's Shrimp Goby
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$ 40.00 | Live Aquaria | Mar 18, 2025 | View |
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Wheeler's Shrimp Goby
Amblyeleotris wheeleri
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