Long-Finned Goby
Valenciennea longipinnis
- Group: Goby
- Typical depth: 2–30 m
- Max size: 18 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A goby of fine sand and shallow lagoon reefs that lives in monogamous pairs, the two sharing a burrow dug under rubble. It feeds by taking mouthfuls of sand and sifting out copepods, amphipods and other tiny animals.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gobiiformes › Gobiidae › Valenciennea
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277032.
FAQ
- How deep does the Long-Finned Goby live?
- The Long-Finned Goby (Valenciennea longipinnis) is typically found at 2–30 m.
- Is the Long-Finned Goby dangerous to divers?
- The Long-Finned Goby is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Long-Finned Goby get?
- The Long-Finned Goby grows to about 18 cm.