Pinkbar Goby Aquarium Care Guide
Cryptocentrus fasciatus
Got a photo? Identify fish instantly with the Fishby app.
Open the appKeeping Pinkbar Goby in an aquarium requires the right conditions.
Aquarium Information
- Care level: intermediate
- Temperament: peaceful
- Diet: carnivore
- Minimum tank size: 30 gallons
- Compatibility: Generally peaceful with other non-aggressive fish. Best kept singly or in a mated pair. Requires a suitable burrowing shrimp partner.
- Special requirements: Requires a deep sand bed (at least 3-4 inches) for burrow construction, preferably with rubble or small rocks. A symbiotic pistol shrimp (e.g., Alpheus bellulus or Alpheus randalli) is essential for its well-being and natural behavior. Provide plenty of hiding spots and stable rockwork.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 72-78°F (22-26°C)
- pH level
- 8.1-8.4
- Hardness
- 8-12 dKH
Explore Pinkbar Goby
Identify fish anywhere
Free on iOS, Android, and Web. Photo identification, full species details, and more.