Cryptic Bearded Goby
NameCryptic Bearded Goby
Scientific NameGobiopsis cryptocentra
Common NamesCryptic Bearded Goby, Bearded Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Samoa, Japan, Australia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)2.5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesClownfish, Small Wrasses, Blennies, Cardinalfish, Other peaceful gobies (different species)
Description
The Cryptic Bearded Goby is a small, well-camouflaged saltwater fish known for its prominent barbels around its mouth, which it uses to sift through sand for food. It typically exhibits a mottled, translucent body with dark spots, allowing it to blend seamlessly with sandy or rubble substrates. This peaceful bottom-dweller is an excellent addition to reef aquariums, where it helps keep the substrate clean.
