Orange Reef-Goby
Priolepis nuchifasciata
- Group: Goby
- Typical depth: 5–30 m
- Max size: 4 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small orange goby of rocky estuary reefs, it tucks into little caves and crevices, usually in pairs. Cryptic by habit, it stays close to cover and is easy to miss.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gobiiformes › Gobiidae › Priolepis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 276772.
FAQ
- How deep does the Orange Reef-Goby live?
- The Orange Reef-Goby (Priolepis nuchifasciata) is typically found at 5–30 m.
- Is the Orange Reef-Goby dangerous to divers?
- The Orange Reef-Goby is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Orange Reef-Goby get?
- The Orange Reef-Goby grows to about 4 cm.