Hector Goby
Hector Goby
**Hector Goby: The Reef-Friendly Sand Shuffler**
Discover the Hector Goby (Koumansetta hectori), a delightful and practical addition to your reef aquarium. With its striking black and yellow striped body and elegant, elongated shape, the Hector Goby not only enhances the visual allure of your underwater haven but also contributes to its health by sifting through the sand, preventing detritus buildup and promoting a clean substrate.
**Care Level & Requirements**
- **Care Level:** Easy
- **Temperament:** Peaceful
- **Minimum Tank Size:** 20+ gallons
- **Water Parameters:**
- Temperature: 72-78°F
- pH: 8.1-8.4
- Specific Gravity: 1.020-1.025
The Hector Goby is ideal for both beginner and experienced aquarists due to its hardy nature and minimal care requirements. This goby thrives in a well-maintained reef aquarium with plenty of live rock and sand substrate, which it will sift through in search of food. A 20-gallon tank or larger is recommended to provide ample space for its active lifestyle.
**Diet & Feeding**
The Hector Goby is an omnivore, enjoying a varied diet of brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, and high-quality marine pellets. Ensure that your tank has a well-established bed of live sand, as this goby will naturally forage for small invertebrates and detritus. Regular feeding of meaty foods will keep your Hector Goby healthy and vibrant.
**Compatibility**
Peaceful and non-aggressive, the Hector Goby is a perfect companion for other non-aggressive fish, invertebrates, and corals. It coexists harmoniously within community tanks, adding both aesthetic appeal and functional benefits.
Enhance your reef aquarium with the Hector Goby, a beautiful and industrious fish that will keep your tank clean while adding an element of lively charm. Its easygoing nature and practical benefits make it a must-have for any marine enthusiast seeking to maintain a thriving and balanced ecosystem.
Feeding & Diet
Feeding & Diet
An opportunistic omnivore, the Pithos Crab will scavenge detritus, uneaten food, and algae — making it a natural cleanup crew member. Supplement with small meaty foods like mysis shrimp or pellets 2–3x per week if natural food sources are limited.
Care & Water Parameters
Care & Water Parameters
The Pithos Crab thrives in stable, well-maintained reef conditions. Target parameters: temperature 72–78°F, salinity 1.025–1.026 SG, pH 8.1–8.4, and alkalinity 8–12 dKH. A mature, established tank of at least 20 gallons is recommended.
Reef & Tank Compatibility
Reef & Tank Compatibility
Generally considered reef-safe. The Pithos Crab coexists well with most corals and peaceful fish. Use caution with very small invertebrates or slow-moving tankmates. Provide ample rockwork and hiding spots to reduce territorial behavior.
Size & Growth
Size & Growth
Pithos Crabs are typically shipped at 0.5–1.5 inches. They are slow-growing and generally remain small, making them well-suited for nano and mid-size reef systems.
Shipping & Live Arrival Guarantee
Shipping & Live Arrival Guarantee
All livestock ships with heat or cold packs as needed and is packaged for safe transit. We stand behind a live arrival guarantee — if your animal arrives DOA, contact us within 2 hours of delivery with a clear photo. See our full DOA policy for claim details.
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