Pistol Shrimp and Sulphur pair

Pistol Shrimp & Sulphur Goby Pair

Species: Alpheus spp. (Pistol Shrimp) & Cryptocentrus cinctus (Yellow Watchman/Sulphur Goby)

Small Fish Safe: Yes

Invert Safe: Yes

Coral Safe: Yes

Adult Size: Goby up to 10 cm, shrimp up to 5 cm

Diet: Carnivores – both take frozen mysis, brine, and small pellets

Why We Like It:

This iconic symbiotic duo forms one of the most fascinating partnerships in the reef. The goby stands guard while the nearly blind shrimp digs and maintains a shared burrow. Peaceful, entertaining, and reef-safe, they add natural behaviour and character to the tank. Provide fine sand and rockwork for the shrimp to tunnel and the pair to feel secure.