{"product_id":"yellow-nose-prawn-goby","title":"Yellow Nose Prawn Goby","description":"\u003ch2\u003eYellow Nose Prawn Goby \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yellow Nose Prawn Goby (\u003cem\u003eStonogobiops xanthorhinica\u003c\/em\u003e) — also called the Yellownose Prawn Goby, Yellow-Snout Shrimp Goby, or Yellownose Shrimp Goby — is one of the most distinctively marked, behaviorally captivating, and universally coveted small community goby species available anywhere in the entire saltwater reef trade. \u003cstrong\u003eA striking pearly-white body is dramatically crossed by four bold diagonal dark bands and anchored by the species' signature bright yellow forehead marking that gives the fish its trademark name — creating one of the most instantly recognizable and elegantly patterned small goby species in the entire marine hobby, and delivering premium color impact and visual character in a compact nano-friendly package that no other small reef community fish can quite match\u003c\/strong\u003e. Combined with the fascinating natural symbiotic partnership with pistol shrimp species that has made shrimp-goby pairings one of the most captivating behavioral displays in the entire reef world, the Yellow Nose Prawn Goby offers rare specialty character that stands genuinely apart from the more common Yellow Watchman Goby alternatives typically stocked in the community reef fish market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes the Yellow Nose Prawn Goby such an outstanding specialty community reef fish is the combination of dramatic banded coloration, unique pistol shrimp symbiotic partnership behavior, and the compact nano-friendly size that makes premium visual and behavioral character accessible to reefers with even the smallest tank setups. \u003cstrong\u003eYellow Nose Prawn Gobies thrive in aquariums as small as 15-20 gallons with a fine sand substrate for burrowing, coexist peacefully with corals and other invertebrates without any territorial aggression toward tankmates, and — when paired with a compatible pistol shrimp partner (typically Tiger Pistol Shrimp \u003cem\u003eAlpheus bellulus\u003c\/em\u003e or Randall's\/Candy Pistol Shrimp \u003cem\u003eAlpheus randalli\u003c\/em\u003e) — deliver one of the most captivating natural behavior displays in the entire reef hobby as the goby stands sentinel duty while the nearly-blind shrimp constantly maintains their shared burrow\u003c\/strong\u003e. For reef keepers building nano displays, invertebrate-focused tanks, or peaceful community reefs seeking a genuinely distinctive small fish with premium visual character and unique symbiotic behavior potential, the Yellow Nose Prawn Goby delivers one of the best specialty community reef fish choices available anywhere in the entire small goby category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#173f4b; margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eAvailable Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; gap:18px; padding:14px 0; border-bottom:1px solid #e3e8e9; background:#f7f8f8;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width:155px; flex:0 0 155px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block; font-weight:700; color:#173f4b; background:#eef5f5; padding:4px 8px; border-radius:4px;\"\u003e1 Yellow Nose Prawn Goby\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:#536369; line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:18px; line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne healthy Yellow Nose Prawn Goby (\u003cem\u003eStonogobiops xanthorhinica\u003c\/em\u003e) — hand-selected from current inventory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePearly-white body with four bold diagonal dark bands and signature bright yellow forehead marking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact nano-friendly size (2.5\" adult) — slender elongated Stonogobiops silhouette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSymbiotic pistol shrimp partnership potential — pairs naturally with Tiger Pistol Shrimp and Randall's Pistol Shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #607078; margin-top: 10px; font-style: italic;\"\u003eFor optimal natural behavior display, pair the Yellow Nose Prawn Goby with a compatible pistol shrimp — Tiger Pistol Shrimp (\u003cem\u003eAlpheus bellulus\u003c\/em\u003e) is the primary natural partner, though Randall's\/Candy Pistol Shrimp (\u003cem\u003eAlpheus randalli\u003c\/em\u003e) also readily pairs in home aquaria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#173f4b; margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eCare Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; border:1px solid #dce4e6; font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #dce4e6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:32%; padding:10px 12px; font-weight:700; color:#304a54; background:#f3f6f7;\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; color:#526168;\"\u003e72–78°F (22–26°C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #dce4e6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:32%; padding:10px 12px; font-weight:700; color:#304a54; background:#f3f6f7;\"\u003eSalinity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; color:#526168;\"\u003e1.023–1.025 — stable parameters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #dce4e6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:32%; padding:10px 12px; font-weight:700; color:#304a54; background:#f3f6f7;\"\u003eTank Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; color:#526168;\"\u003e15+ gallons — nano-friendly, fine sand substrate REQUIRED for burrowing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #dce4e6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:32%; padding:10px 12px; font-weight:700; color:#304a54; background:#f3f6f7;\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; color:#526168;\"\u003eCarnivore — frozen mysis, brine shrimp, chopped seafood, marine pellets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #dce4e6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:32%; padding:10px 12px; font-weight:700; color:#304a54; background:#f3f6f7;\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; color:#526168;\"\u003ePeaceful — reef-safe with corals and inverts, shy with aggressive tankmates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #dce4e6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:32%; padding:10px 12px; font-weight:700; color:#304a54; background:#f3f6f7;\"\u003eCare Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; color:#526168;\"\u003eModerate — peaceful community setup with tight lid required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#173f4b; margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eSpecial Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #faf8ee; border: 1px solid #e6e1c9; border-left: 4px solid #b7ad78; border-radius: 10px; padding: 13px 15px; color: #22323a;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePistol shrimp symbiotic partnership — the signature natural display:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow Nose Prawn Gobies form one of the most captivating natural symbiotic partnerships in the entire marine hobby with pistol shrimp of the \u003cem\u003eAlpheus\u003c\/em\u003e genus. In this mutualistic relationship, the nearly-blind pistol shrimp constantly maintains and expands the shared burrow, while the sharp-eyed goby stands sentinel duty at the burrow entrance and alerts the shrimp to approaching threats through subtle body movements — with the shrimp maintaining nearly constant tactile contact with the goby's tail via its antennae. The primary natural pistol shrimp partner is the Tiger Pistol Shrimp (\u003cem\u003eAlpheus bellulus\u003c\/em\u003e), though the Randall's\/Candy Pistol Shrimp (\u003cem\u003eAlpheus randalli\u003c\/em\u003e) also readily pairs with Yellow Nose Prawn Gobies in home aquaria. For optimal partnership success, purchase the goby and shrimp together and introduce them to the display tank at the same time — separate introductions can result in the pair failing to find each other in the aquarium. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies disambiguation — NOT to be confused with similar-named gobies:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Yellow Nose Prawn Goby (\u003cem\u003eStonogobiops xanthorhinica\u003c\/em\u003e) is frequently confused in the trade with two other similar-named gobies that are entirely different species. It is NOT the same as: (1) the Black-Ray Goby \/ Hi-Fin Red-Banded Goby \/ Filament-Finned Prawn Goby (\u003cem\u003eStonogobiops nematodes\u003c\/em\u003e) — which has a distinctive elongated dorsal fin ray that the Yellow Nose lacks, and features red-banded rather than dark-banded body coloration; or (2) the Yellow Prawn Goby \/ Yellow Watchman Goby (\u003cem\u003eCryptocentrus cinctus\u003c\/em\u003e) — which is an entirely yellow-colored goby from a completely different genus. The Yellow Nose Prawn Goby is distinguished by its pearly-white body, four diagonal dark bands, and the signature bright yellow forehead marking that gives the species its name. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ JUMPING RISK — TIGHT-FITTING LID REQUIRED:\u003c\/strong\u003e Like all Stonogobiops gobies, Yellow Nose Prawn Gobies are accomplished jumpers and will leap from open-top aquariums, particularly when startled or stressed during acclimation. A tight-fitting lid, mesh top, or covered aquarium is REQUIRED for this species — this is one of the most common causes of specimen loss in home aquariums for all Stonogobiops species. Even small gaps in aquarium covers should be addressed; the slender goby body can slip through surprisingly small openings during a jump. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShy temperament and tankmate selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow Nose Prawn Gobies are shy and docile by nature and are easily intimidated by aggressive or overly-active tankmates that will keep the goby hidden in the burrow and prevent natural sentinel behavior display. Compatible with peaceful small community fish including small clownfish, other peaceful gobies, blennies, cardinalfish, small chromis, firefish, and other peaceful nano\/reef community species. NOT compatible with aggressive damsels, larger predatory wrasses, triggerfish, puffers, groupers, or hawkfish that may hunt or intimidate the small goby. Best kept in dedicated peaceful nano displays or peaceful community reef tanks. Interestingly, Yellow Nose Prawn Gobies are NOT aggressive toward other shrimp goby species and may even share a burrow with another compatible shrimp goby in appropriately-sized tanks. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank environment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide an established aquarium (15+ gallons minimum, nano reef displays ideal) with a fine sand substrate of at least 1-2 inches depth for the essential burrowing behavior, live rock providing multiple hiding places and burrow site options, and moderate water flow. Standard reef temperature (72-78°F) and salinity (1.023-1.025) with stable parameters support healthy long-term development. During initial acclimation, the goby will likely be extremely shy — providing a PVC pipe or artificial burrow directed toward the intended burrow location helps the goby settle into a chosen territory more quickly. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow Nose Prawn Gobies are carnivores that accept a wide range of frozen and prepared marine foods including frozen mysis shrimp, frozen brine shrimp, chopped seafood, quality marine pellets, and freeze-dried preparations. Feed 1-2 times per day with variety — target-feed near the goby's burrow location if the fish is shy and won't compete for food at the surface. When paired with a pistol shrimp, the goby will often share food with the shrimp through a natural food-transfer behavior. Once acclimated and paired, Yellow Nose Prawn Gobies become bold feeders and readily accept most prepared marine foods.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#173f4b; margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e🔍 Aquarium Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yellow Nose Prawn Goby is one of the most distinctively marked and behaviorally unique small community reef fish available to nano and mixed reef keepers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePearly-white body with four bold diagonal dark bands and signature bright yellow forehead marking — one of the most instantly recognizable and elegantly patterned small goby species in the entire marine hobby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural symbiotic partnership with Tiger Pistol Shrimp and Randall's Pistol Shrimp — one of the most captivating natural behavior displays available in the entire reef hobby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA compact nano-friendly specialty community reef fish with unique visual character and premium natural behavior potential — one of the best small goby choices for reefers building nano displays, invertebrate-focused tanks, or peaceful community reefs with pistol shrimp partnership displays\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#173f4b; margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eFor detailed species information, compatibility, and care tips, visit our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.macroalgaefarms.com\/pages\/species-library\" style=\"color: #1d5c78;\"\u003eSpecies Library\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f6f8f9; border: 1px solid #dde4e7; border-left: 4px solid #8a98a0; border-radius: 10px; padding: 13px 15px; font-size: 13px; color: #607078; line-height: 1.65;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #46545b;\"\u003eLivestock Disclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 10px;\"\u003eDue to natural variation, the Yellow Nose Prawn Goby you receive will be hand-selected from current inventory and may vary in exact size, band pattern intensity, and yellow forehead marking saturation. Specific size and marking pattern cannot be guaranteed and are determined at packing time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 10px;\"\u003ePhotographs are representative examples. Individual specimens may vary in size, marking pattern, and coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYellow Nose Prawn Gobies are accomplished JUMPERS — a tight-fitting lid, mesh top, or covered aquarium is REQUIRED. Fine sand substrate (1-2\" depth minimum) is required for natural burrowing behavior. Shy temperament requires peaceful tankmates only — NOT compatible with aggressive damsels, larger predatory wrasses, triggerfish, puffers, or hawkfish. For optimal natural behavior display, pair with a compatible pistol shrimp partner (Tiger Pistol Shrimp \u003cem\u003eAlpheus bellulus\u003c\/em\u003e or Randall's Pistol Shrimp \u003cem\u003eAlpheus randalli\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/strong\u003e As with all live animals, proper acclimation and a suitable, established environment are essential for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Macroalgae Farms","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49703465517315,"sku":"?","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0667\/7151\/7699\/files\/hf_20260925_183103_e5cc12f9-9bdd-4a64-8bd7-6bdf5ea73d03.jpg?v=1790361359","url":"https:\/\/www.macroalgaefarms.com\/products\/yellow-nose-prawn-goby","provider":"Macroalgae Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}