Dracula Goby

The Dracula Goby (Stonogobiops dracula) can be found among reefs and rocky outcroppings among the Indo-Pacific Ocean. The body is a beautiful white with solid red bars, which are occasionally outlines by a silver/blue, while the face is a vibrant yellow. It forms a symbiotic relationship with burrowing pistol shrimp, which coexist in both the wild and in captivity. Introducing the goby and shrimp into the aquarium at the same time yield best chances at creating a bonded pair. While the Dracula Goby is a peaceful fish, it may be territorial towards smaller or aggressive fish that get too close to its burrow. It reaches a maximum size of 3 inches, and can do well in nano reef tanks. It should be fed a variety of meaty foods, such as mysis shrimp, brine or krill.