Abyssal Pygmygoby

Trimma abyssum

Abyssal Pygmygoby

This pygmygoby was found in caves and on ledges at the base of a steep outer reef slope around 107 metres down, deeper than most of its kind. Tiny and cryptic, it haunts the shaded recesses below the reach of bright light.

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

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1376249.

FAQ

How deep does the Abyssal Pygmygoby live?
The Abyssal Pygmygoby (Trimma abyssum) is typically found at to 107 m.
Is the Abyssal Pygmygoby dangerous to divers?
The Abyssal Pygmygoby is harmless to divers.
How big does the Abyssal Pygmygoby get?
The Abyssal Pygmygoby grows to about 3.2 cm.