Dusky Frillgoby
Bathygobius fuscus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–6 m
- Max size: 12 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small goby of intertidal rock pools and shallow coast, it sometimes pushes up into freshwater streams. It feeds on crustaceans, small fishes and algae, and turns up among coral branches where it preys on shrimp and their kin.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gobiiformes › Gobiidae › Bathygobius
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 209215.
FAQ
- How deep does the Dusky Frillgoby live?
- The Dusky Frillgoby (Bathygobius fuscus) is typically found at 0–6 m.
- Is the Dusky Frillgoby dangerous to divers?
- The Dusky Frillgoby is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Dusky Frillgoby get?
- The Dusky Frillgoby grows to about 12 cm.