Mertens' Prawn-Goby
Vanderhorstia mertensi
- Group: Goby
- Typical depth: 2–50 m
- Max size: 11 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This goby shares a sandy burrow with a snapping shrimp, hovering at the entrance while the near blind shrimp does the digging. At any alarm both retreat underground, a partnership that keeps watch and shelter in balance.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gobiiformes › Gobiidae › Vanderhorstia
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277377.
FAQ
- How deep does the Mertens' Prawn-Goby live?
- The Mertens' Prawn-Goby (Vanderhorstia mertensi) is typically found at 2–50 m.
- Is the Mertens' Prawn-Goby dangerous to divers?
- The Mertens' Prawn-Goby is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Mertens' Prawn-Goby get?
- The Mertens' Prawn-Goby grows to about 11 cm.