Cryptocentrus sericus

Ventral-barred shrimp goby

This species has a pale body with dark brown bars and a pair of brown spots behind the mouth and on the gill cover. Also, this species has a yellow variation. Lives in rubble or sandy areas, 3 - 20 m depth. Share its burrow with shrimp.

Best Time of The Year

All year round

Remarks

Frequency of Sightings

Rare

Often

Habitat

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DIVE SITES

Types of Habitats

Please note that the variety of critters depends on the season and changes dive sites to dive site

Sand & Rubble

Lembeh’s iconic muck sites feature gentle slopes of volcanic sand scattered with debris, sponges, algae, and rubble.

Coral

Many soft and hard coral species live and thrive here, in the nutrient-rich waters of the Lembeh Strait.

Mixed

With a combination of reef and muck dives, you can enjoy a world of diving experiences in one location.

Looking for a Specific Critter?

You can speak with the guides about the favorite critters you wish to see or search for critters in our dive site map.

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