Banner Goby
Microgobius microlepis
- Group: Goby
- Typical depth: 0–36 m
- Max size: 10 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small goby of shallow soft calcareous bottoms that stays near its burrow but will rise into small swimming schools. It grows to about ten centimetres and bolts for the burrow when alarmed.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gobiiformes › Gobiidae › Microgobius
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 275717.
FAQ
- How deep does the Banner Goby live?
- The Banner Goby (Microgobius microlepis) is typically found at 0–36 m.
- Is the Banner Goby dangerous to divers?
- The Banner Goby is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Banner Goby get?
- The Banner Goby grows to about 10 cm.