Socotra Hole-Hiding Goby
Hetereleotris nasoramosa
- Group: Goby
- Typical depth: 8–11 m
- Max size: 2.2 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
Found around Socotra, this goby lives on rubble and sand patches among mixed coral and rock between eight and eleven metres. It hides inside small holes in algae covered coral rock.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gobiiformes › Gobiidae › Hetereleotris
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1536555.
FAQ
- How deep does the Socotra Hole-Hiding Goby live?
- The Socotra Hole-Hiding Goby (Hetereleotris nasoramosa) is typically found at 8–11 m.
- Is the Socotra Hole-Hiding Goby dangerous to divers?
- The Socotra Hole-Hiding Goby is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Socotra Hole-Hiding Goby get?
- The Socotra Hole-Hiding Goby grows to about 2.2 cm.