Quick Stats
Easy |
Temperament
Peaceful |
Color Form
Yellow |
Diet
Carnivore |
Reef Compatible
Yes |
sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4 |
Max. Size
4″ |
Family
Gobiidae |
Minimum Tank Size
10 gallons |
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Description
The Yellow Watchman Goby is a striking fish with a vibrant yellow body covered in small, distinct white spots, particularly around its face and dorsal fins. Its perching and watchful behavior gives it a unique personality in a marine aquarium. This goby is known for forming symbiotic relationships with pistol shrimp, which adds a fascinating dynamic to any reef setup.
Native to the Indo-Pacific, the Yellow Watchman Goby thrives in smaller reef tanks, making it an excellent choice for nano reef setups. It prefers an aquarium with plenty of live rock, creating hiding places for its burrowing behavior. It is a peaceful species, making it suitable for a community tank with other non-aggressive fish.
With a maximum size of 4 inches, the Yellow Watchman Goby requires minimal tank space, starting at 10 gallons. It is a carnivore, and its diet should consist of meaty foods such as brine shrimp and mysis shrimp. Its reef-safe nature allows it to coexist peacefully with corals and invertebrates, making it an ideal choice for a diverse marine aquarium.