Horned Goby
Cerogobius petrophilus
- Group: Goby
- Typical depth: 5–15 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This goby lives inside small holes in large blocks of dead coral rock coated with short algae, on rubble and sand patches at the base of coral heads. It has been collected in the central Red Sea between about 5 and 15 metres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gobiiformes › Gobiidae › Cerogobius
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1493318.
FAQ
- How deep does the Horned Goby live?
- The Horned Goby (Cerogobius petrophilus) is typically found at 5–15 m.
- Is the Horned Goby dangerous to divers?
- The Horned Goby is harmless to divers.