Bryozoan Goby

Sueviota bryozophila

Bryozoan Goby

This goby lives bound to a single bryozoan colony, its colour pattern matching the host so closely that it nearly vanishes against it. It keeps a burrow within the folded recesses of the colony on black volcanic substrate between about 15 and 30 metres.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gobiiformes › Gobiidae › Sueviota

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1043609.

FAQ

How deep does the Bryozoan Goby live?
The Bryozoan Goby (Sueviota bryozophila) is typically found at 15–30 m.
Is the Bryozoan Goby dangerous to divers?
The Bryozoan Goby is harmless to divers.
How big does the Bryozoan Goby get?
The Bryozoan Goby grows to about 1.3 cm.