Longjaw Goby
Gobiopsis macrostoma
- Group: Goby
- Typical depth: 0–4 m
- Max size: 10 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A goby of mud and rock bottoms in very shallow coastal water, it also pushes into estuaries, tidal rivers, canals and creeks. It hunts small fish, crustaceans and insects, grows to about 10 centimetres, and is never seen in markets.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gobiiformes › Gobiidae › Gobiopsis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277788.
FAQ
- How deep does the Longjaw Goby live?
- The Longjaw Goby (Gobiopsis macrostoma) is typically found at 0–4 m.
- Is the Longjaw Goby dangerous to divers?
- The Longjaw Goby is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Longjaw Goby get?
- The Longjaw Goby grows to about 10 cm.