Sandslope Goby

Psammogobius pisinnus

Sandslope Goby

On a gentle slope of mixed live coral and sand rubble, this little goby sits alone or in loose pairs with its first dorsal fin held fully erect. Approach too close and the fin gently undulates, a quiet signal from a fish barely two centimetres long living between about 10 and 20 metres.

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

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1376231.

FAQ

How deep does the Sandslope Goby live?
The Sandslope Goby (Psammogobius pisinnus) is typically found at 10–20 m.
Is the Sandslope Goby dangerous to divers?
The Sandslope Goby is harmless to divers.
How big does the Sandslope Goby get?
The Sandslope Goby grows to about 1.8 cm.