Suntail Goby ( 7 days to delivery )

About this fish

What is its maximum size?
The Aurora Goby (Amblyeleotris aurora) grows to approximately 11–13 cm (4.5–5 inches) in length.
It is an attractive, peaceful shrimp goby, recognised by its pale cream body, orange-red horizontal markings and distinctive colourful tail.
One of its most fascinating characteristics is its symbiotic relationship with pistol shrimp. The shrimp excavates and maintains a shared burrow, while the goby acts as a lookout for approaching predators.
Where is its origin and where is it exported from?
The Aurora Goby originates from the tropical Indo-Pacific region.
Its natural distribution includes:
Indonesia.
Philippines.
Papua New Guinea.
Solomon Islands.
Fiji.
Great Barrier Reef region.
Other western Pacific reef environments.
It inhabits sandy areas close to coral reefs, often living in association with pistol shrimp in burrows beneath the substrate.
It is exported for the marine aquarium trade primarily from Indonesia and the Philippines.
Is it reef compatible?Reef safe
The Aurora Goby is considered reef safe and is an excellent addition to peaceful reef aquariums.
It does not normally nip at corals or deliberately damage ornamental invertebrates.
Potential compatibility includes:
LPS corals: Generally safe.
SPS corals: Generally safe.
Soft corals: Generally safe.
Zoanthids: Generally safe.
Clams: Generally safe.
Shrimps and ornamental invertebrates: Generally safe, although very small crustaceans may occasionally be eaten.
Its burrowing behaviour may disturb sand immediately around its chosen hiding place, so avoid placing delicate corals directly beside its burrow.
What should I feed it?The Aurora Goby is a carnivore and naturally feeds on zooplankton, small crustaceans and other tiny marine organisms.
Recommended foods include:
Frozen mysis shrimp.
Enriched brine shrimp.
Copepods.
Calanus.
Finely chopped shrimp.
Finely chopped marine seafood.
Small sinking marine pellets.
Other appropriately sized frozen meaty foods.
It may initially be shy and reluctant to move far from its burrow when feeding.
Target feeding with a pipette or turkey baster can help ensure it receives sufficient food, particularly in aquariums containing faster-feeding tankmates.
Feed small portions two to three times daily.
How many can I keep?
The Aurora Goby is best kept singly or as a compatible male and female pair.
Recommended arrangements include:

A compatible male and female pair.
A pair with a suitable pistol shrimp.
Multiple unrelated individuals may become territorial, particularly in smaller aquariums.
A compatible pair can share a burrow and display fascinating natural behaviour.
How compatible is it with other fish?The Aurora Goby is generally peaceful and suitable for established marine community and reef aquariums.
It usually coexists well with:
Clownfish.
Firefish.
Dartfish.
Cardinalfish.
Small wrasses.
Blennies.
Peaceful gobies.
Other reef-compatible community fish.
Avoid keeping it with:
Large groupers.
Aggressive dottybacks.
Triggerfish.
Large predatory wrasses.
Aggressive angelfish.
Other fish that may intimidate it or compete aggressively for food.
Because of its peaceful nature, it is best suited to aquariums without overly aggressive or territorial tankmates.
Water parameters

Recommended range
Temperature
24–27°C
pH
8.1–8.4
Specific gravity
1.023–1.026
Ammonia
0 ppm
Nitrite
0 ppm
Nitrate
Keep as low as practical
Stable water conditions, good filtration, adequate oxygenation and regular water changes are important for maintaining this species successfully.
Aquarium RequirementsThe Aurora Goby is a bottom-dwelling species that requires a suitable sandy environment and plenty of hiding places.
Recommended minimum volume: Approximately 100–150 litres for a single specimen or compatible pair.
Aquarium type: Reef or fish-only marine aquarium.
Aquascaping: Mature live rock with caves and sheltered areas.
Substrate: Fine to medium-grain sand, ideally around 5–8 cm deep.
Swimming space: Open sandy areas around its burrow.
Filtration: Efficient biological filtration and good water circulation.
Aquarium cover: A secure lid or mesh cover is recommended because gobies can jump.