Maiden Goby
Valenciennea puellaris
- Group: Goby
- Typical depth: 2 to 84 m
- Max size: 20 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A burrow dwelling goby of clean sandy lagoons, the maiden goby pairs for life and shelters in a shallow den dug under rubble. It sifts mouthfuls of sand for tiny prey and stays close to its mate, even on the dark volcanic sand of some Pacific islands.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gobiiformes › Gobiidae › Valenciennea
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 219595.
FAQ
- How deep does the Maiden Goby live?
- The Maiden Goby (Valenciennea puellaris) is typically found at 2 to 84 m.
- Is the Maiden Goby dangerous to divers?
- The Maiden Goby is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Maiden Goby get?
- The Maiden Goby grows to about 20 cm.