{"id":11416,"date":"2026-02-17T22:53:54","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T22:53:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/red-banded-goby-amblyeleotris-wheeleri\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T22:53:54","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T22:53:54","slug":"red-banded-goby-amblyeleotris-wheeleri","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=red-banded-goby-amblyeleotris-wheeleri","title":{"rendered":"Red Banded Goby Amblyeleotris Wheeleri"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-start=\"93\" data-end=\"141\">Red Banded Goby \u2013 <em data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"139\">Amblyeleotris wheeleri<\/em><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"143\" data-end=\"512\"><strong data-start=\"143\" data-end=\"156\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"156\" data-end=\"159\" \/>The <strong data-start=\"163\" data-end=\"182\">Red Banded Goby<\/strong> is a <strong data-start=\"188\" data-end=\"219\">striking sand-dwelling goby<\/strong> known for its <strong data-start=\"234\" data-end=\"287\">slender body, bright red bands, and delicate fins<\/strong>. It often forms a <strong data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"351\">symbiotic relationship with pistol shrimp<\/strong>, sharing burrows and providing mutual protection. Highly active and engaging to watch, this goby is a favorite for <strong data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"509\">sandy reef and mixed-species aquariums<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"514\" data-end=\"666\"><strong data-start=\"514\" data-end=\"525\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"525\" data-end=\"528\" \/>Native to the <strong data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"558\">Indo-Pacific<\/strong>, including <strong data-start=\"570\" data-end=\"620\">Indonesia, Philippines, and northern Australia<\/strong>, inhabiting sandy patches near coral reefs.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"950\"><strong data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"680\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"683\" \/>Carnivorous \u2013 feeds on <strong data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"765\">small invertebrates, zooplankton, and micro-crustaceans<\/strong>. In captivity, it readily accepts <strong data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"895\">frozen mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, finely chopped seafood, and high-quality sinking pellets<\/strong>. Feed multiple times daily to mimic natural grazing.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"1140\"><strong data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"967\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"967\" data-end=\"970\" \/>Peaceful and <strong data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"996\">reef-safe<\/strong>, compatible with other <strong data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1061\">non-aggressive fish and invertebrates<\/strong>. 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