Sulphur Goby - Cryptocentrus cinctus Dwarf Parrots

Sulphur Goby - Cryptocentrus cinctus Dwarf ParrotsSulphur Goby (Cryptocentrus cinctus) The Sulphur Goby, Cryptocentrus cinctus, is a hardy and characterful marine goby, best known for its bright yellow colouration, watchful behaviour and fascinating relationship with pistol shrimps. Also commonly known as the Yellow Watchman Goby or Yellow Prawn Goby, this species is often seen perched near its burrow entrance, keeping guard while observing the aquarium around it. Peaceful, reef safe and full of

it filters fine sand and silt for tiny invertebrates and organic food

The Christmas Favia

with tunicates and forams also recorded

but they may defend their burrow area and can be territorial towards similar gobies

Avoid aggressive tangs

Ruby Red Chalice - Echinophyllia spp

ranging to the subtropical area off Rio de Janeiro

Based primarily on differences in this characteristic

and may become defensive towards nearby fish or the aquarist’s hand once mature or breeding

but its eventual size and space demands make it a better fit for more experienced marine keepers with large systems

This species is best chosen for long-term suitability

making it a medium-sized but very active and specialist marine fish that requires substantial swimming space and excellent long-term care