Broadstripe Goby

Elacatinus prochilos

Broadstripe Goby

A vulnerable Caribbean goby that lives in groups around coral heads, pairing off to breed and staying with one partner. It has been reared in captivity, and like its relatives it cleans parasites from larger fish.

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

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 280619.

FAQ

How deep does the Broadstripe Goby live?
The Broadstripe Goby (Elacatinus prochilos) is typically found at to 25 m.
Is the Broadstripe Goby dangerous to divers?
The Broadstripe Goby is harmless to divers.
How big does the Broadstripe Goby get?
The Broadstripe Goby grows to about 4 cm.