Colon Goby
Coryphopterus dicrus
- Group: Goby
- Typical depth: 3–20 m
- Max size: 5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small Caribbean goby that hops between coral reefs, tide pools, limestone caves and isolated patch reefs ringed by white sand. At around five centimetres it rests on the bottom, blending into the rubble.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gobiiformes › Gobiidae › Coryphopterus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 276425.
FAQ
- How deep does the Colon Goby live?
- The Colon Goby (Coryphopterus dicrus) is typically found at 3–20 m.
- Is the Colon Goby dangerous to divers?
- The Colon Goby is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Colon Goby get?
- The Colon Goby grows to about 5 cm.