Yellow Watchman Goby - Cryptocentrus cinctus
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The Yellow Watchman Goby (Cryptocentrus cinctus) is a peaceful and hardy reef fish known for its bright yellow coloration and unique burrowing behavior. Often forming symbiotic relationships with pistol shrimp, this goby adds activity and interest to sandy-bottomed marine aquariums.
Common Name: Yellow Watchman Goby
Scientific Name: Cryptocentrus cinctus
Family: Gobiidae
Size: Up to 4 inches (10 cm)
Temperament: Peaceful
Difficulty: Easy
Reef Safe: Yes
Native Region: Found throughout the Indo-Pacific, including Indonesia, the Philippines, and Fiji, typically inhabiting sandy bottoms near coral reefs and lagoons.
Tank Size: Minimum of 20 gallons
Temperature: 74–80°F (23–27°C)
pH: 8.0–8.4
Salinity: 1.023–1.025
Substrate: Fine sand bed with live rock for hiding; provide ample burrowing space.
• Symbiosis: Often pairs with pistol shrimp, sharing burrows and communicating through subtle movements.
• Behavior: Peaceful, spends much time hovering near burrow entrances.
• Diet: Omnivorous—accepts frozen mysis, brine shrimp, and high-quality micro-pellets.
• Tankmates: Compatible with most peaceful reef fish; avoid aggressive species that may harass it.