Goldman's Goby
Istigobius goldmanni
- Group: Goby
- Typical depth: to 10 m
- Max size: 6 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A sand dwelling goby that mixes with living coral and rubble, it tolerates both clear and murky water down to about ten metres. It sifts the bottom for small prey, keeping low over the open patches between corals.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gobiiformes › Gobiidae › Istigobius
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278034.
FAQ
- How deep does the Goldman's Goby live?
- The Goldman's Goby (Istigobius goldmanni) is typically found at to 10 m.
- Is the Goldman's Goby dangerous to divers?
- The Goldman's Goby is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Goldman's Goby get?
- The Goldman's Goby grows to about 6 cm.