Jarocho Goby

Elacatinus jarocho

Jarocho Goby

One of only two gobies in its genus that school up in open water, it lives on high profile coral reefs off Veracruz between three and twenty five metres. Small to large groups gather over the reef framework, but its narrow range leaves it endangered.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gobiiformes › Gobiidae › Elacatinus

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 280609.

FAQ

How deep does the Jarocho Goby live?
The Jarocho Goby (Elacatinus jarocho) is typically found at 3–25 m.
Is the Jarocho Goby dangerous to divers?
The Jarocho Goby is harmless to divers.
How big does the Jarocho Goby get?
The Jarocho Goby grows to about 2.7 cm.