Rusty Goby

Priolepis hipoliti

Rusty Goby

Rusty in colour, this goby clings to the undersides of ledges and the roofs of caves on clear coral reefs. It feeds on minute crustaceans and ranges from shallow water down past a hundred metres, staying around five centimetres.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gobiiformes › Gobiidae › Priolepis

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 276769.

FAQ

How deep does the Rusty Goby live?
The Rusty Goby (Priolepis hipoliti) is typically found at 1–130 m.
Is the Rusty Goby dangerous to divers?
The Rusty Goby is harmless to divers.
How big does the Rusty Goby get?
The Rusty Goby grows to about 4.6 cm.