Yellow watchman goby care
Cryptocentrus cinctus
Yellow watchman goby (Cryptocentrus cinctus) grows to about 10 cm (3.9 in) and needs a tank of at least 75 liters (20 US gallons). Keep it at 24–27 °C (75–81 °F) with a pH of 8.1–8.4.
SaltwaterEasyPeacefulJumps: keep a lid on
Adult size10 cm · 3.9 in
Smallest tank75 L · 20 gal
Temperature24–27 °C · 75–81 °F
pH8.1–8.4
GroupAlone or a pair
TemperamentPeaceful
SwimsBottom
DietCarnivore
Usually fine with
Ocellaris clownfishRoyal grammaFirefish gobyBlue-green chromisBanggai cardinalfishSix-line wrasseMandarin dragonetCoral beauty angelfishSkunk cleaner shrimpPeppermint shrimpTurbo snailBlue-leg hermit crab
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Log water tests by tapping your kit’s colors, get water change reminders and check every tankmate before you buy.
Typical ranges from hobby references, checked by hand. Individual fish and local water vary.
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