Banded Watchman
Cryptocentrus sp
Saltwater Fish
Species Group: Gobies
Family: Gobiidae
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Water parameters
Temp
76-80 F
Temperature
Maintaining a stable and appropriate temperature is critical for the survival of aquatic life.
pH 7.8 - 8.4 potential of HydrogenMeasuring the acidity or alkalinity of water on a 0–14 scale, where 7 is neutral, 7 is alkaline.
NO3 1-20 ppm NitrateWhile less toxic than ammonia, high nitrate levels (above 40–80 ppm) are important to monitor because they can cause fish stress, stunted growth, and harmful algae blooms.
NO2 <0.0001 ppm NitriteIt is a highly toxic, intermediate compound in the nitrogen cycle produced from broken-down ammonia
PO4 0.01 - 0.1 ppm PhosphateIt is essential for plant development but must be managed, as excess levels trigger nuisance algae blooms and inhibit coral calcification.
NH3 <0.1 ppm AmmoniaIt is the primary killer of aquarium fish, causing gill damage, stress, and death
Ca 380 - 450 ppm CalciumSupporting the growth, skeletal structure, and shell formation of corals, mollusks, crustaceans, and coralline algae
KH 8 - 12 dKH AlkalinityIt acts as a shield, neutralizing acids to prevent dangerous pH "crashes" that can harm fish, corals, and plants.
Mg 1200 - 1400 ppm MagnesiumIt enables coral growth by supporting skeletal formation, assists in metabolic processes, and ensures that calcium is available for corals, clams, and coralline algae.
SG 1.023 - 1.026 SG SalinityEssential for maintaining stable, natural water parameters, proper osmoregulation, and stress-free environments for marine fish and corals
ORP 250 - 400 mV Oxidation-Reduction PotentialA higher positive mV indicates clean, oxygen-rich water with high water quality, while low readings indicate high pollution.
About Banded Watchman
General information
The Banded Watchman Shrimpgoby creates an extensive burrow system in the sand adjacent to coral reefs, therefore it is necessary that you add a thick sand bed in the aquarium to provide them a natural shelter. One of the most common shrimp-associated fish is the Banded Watchman Shrimpgoby. Often it pairs up with snapping shrimps to secure its burrow and the gobies signal when predators are near since the shrimp has limited eyesight. The Banded Watchman Shrimpgoby looks lovely to watch while swimming around and taking mouthfuls of sand which are then filtered through their gills. It will readily acclimatize to the home aquarium, even if a shrimp is not provided. The Banded Watchman Shrimpgoby is not overly aggressive towards tankmates, and larger banded shrimpgoby tend to be more aggressive toward other shrimp gobies than some of the other crustacean-associated gobies if bottom space is limited. It is a very good leaper and has the tendency to jump from pool to pool, so it is advisable to keep them in a covered tank. Only one should be kept in an aquarium, or in a pair or else it is territorial in nature and has the tendency to attack other shrimp gobies.
Cautions
Gobies are considered jumpers make sure your aquarium has a tight-fitting canopy or screen cover to prevent the Gobie from jumping out of your aquarium. Gobies have been known to jump through the smallest of holes in a canopy.
Cautions
Gobies are considered jumpers make sure your aquarium has a tight-fitting canopy or screen cover to prevent the Gobie from jumping out of your aquarium. Gobies have been known to jump through the smallest of holes in a canopy.
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