Flaming Prawn Goby

About this fish

Flaming Prawn Goby (Discordipinna griessingeri) is a small, peaceful goby built for life in the home saltwater aquarium. In practical terms, it’s a great “activity fish” that can perch on live rock or corals, sift the sand bed, and (for those that pair well) share a burrow with a pistol shrimp. Its behaviors make it a useful addition to many reef tanks where you want a calm, natural-looking bottom-dweller.

Features:

• Peaceful, community-friendly temperament that fits many reef setups
• May perch on rocks or corals, adding movement and interest
• Can sift the sand bed—benefits from a deep, mature sand bed
• May share a burrow with a pistol shrimp
• Often stays busy hunting for food in the lower levels of the tank
• Accepts small frozen foods when properly offered
• A tight lid is important, since many gobies are jumpers
• Slow acclimation and a quiet settling-in spot help it adjust after arrival

Specifications:

• Scientific name: Discordipinna griessingeri
• Common use in aquarium: Bottom-dwelling reef fish; natural sand-sifting/perching behavior
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Diet: Small frozen foods such as mysis and copepods
• Feeding frequency (guidance): Once or twice daily
• Sand bed requirement (for sand-sifting individuals): Deep, mature sand bed
• Tank cover: Keep a tight lid (jumping risk)
• Availability note: Contact the shop for current price and availability; stock changes often