The Pink and Blue Goby, also known as the Pink Spotted Watchman Goby (Cryptocentrus leptocephalus), is a beautifully colored fish that displays a soft pink body covered with bright blue spots. Its vibrant coloration, along with its hardy nature, makes it a popular choice for reef and community aquariums. This goby is known for its burrowing behavior, often forming a symbiotic relationship with pistol shrimp, where the shrimp digs the burrow while the goby keeps watch for predators.
The Pink and Blue Goby typically grows to about 4 inches and requires a tank of at least 30 gallons with a sandy substrate, which it will use for burrowing. This species is peaceful and makes a great addition to reef aquariums, where it can coexist with a wide range of tank mates. It is shy by nature and appreciates plenty of hiding spaces such as caves and rockwork.
This species is reef-safe, meaning it will not harm corals or invertebrates, and its burrowing activity can actually help to aerate the sandbed. The Pink and Blue Goby thrives on a varied diet that includes frozen meaty foods such as mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and finely chopped seafood, along with high-quality marine pellets.
Quick Stats:
- GENUS: Cryptocentrus
- CARE LVL: Easy
- TEMPER: Peaceful
- REEF SAFE: Yes
