Orangespotted Goby

The Orangespotted Goby (Nes longus) is a peaceful species that is reef-safe, admired for its striking orange spots along a slender, pale body, symbiotic relationship with pistol shrimp, and burrowing behavior. Males typically exhibit slightly more vivid coloration and may be more active in maintaining the shared burrow with their shrimp partner, while females/juveniles are similar in appearance but may be slightly smaller and less bold in behavior.

They reach about 4 inches and should be housed in aquariums of at least 20 gallons. Provide a deep sandbed for burrowing, ample live rock for hiding, and maintain stable water parameters (salinity ~1.020–1.025, temp ~72–79°F, pH ~8.1–8.4). A secure lid is essential, as gobies are known jumpers.

Diet should consist of mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, finely chopped marine foods, copepods, and high-quality sinking pellets. With proper care, this fish makes a standout addition to the aquarium, especially when paired with a compatible pistol shrimp for a fascinating display of natural symbiosis.

International Aquatics Quarantine & Guarantee: All fish are checked by marine vets, given a formalin bath, and held for 14 days in copper-treated systems. We feed Selcon-soaked food with Kanaplex and Metroplex during quarantine. Unless marked, all livestock comes with our 15-Day Guarantee. You will receive a video of your fish eating before shipment. On request, we also send photos/videos after arrival at IA. Some species are import-to-order (3-10 business days). Many common species are already cleared or near the end of QT.

Several species will be import-to-order and may take anywhere from 3-10 business days to secure. Once your fish is secured, you will be notified, and the quarantine process will then begin.