Sailfin Ribbon-Goby
Oxymetopon typus
- Group: Goby
- Typical depth: 15–40 m
- Max size: 18 cm
- For divers: safe
A ribbon goby of deep muddy slopes swept by strong currents, it carries a tall sailfin on its back. It usually gathers in small groups of mixed sizes between fifteen and forty metres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gobiiformes › Microdesmidae › Oxymetopon
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 281962.
FAQ
- How deep does the Sailfin Ribbon-Goby live?
- The Sailfin Ribbon-Goby (Oxymetopon typus) is typically found at 15–40 m.
- Is the Sailfin Ribbon-Goby dangerous to divers?
- The Sailfin Ribbon-Goby is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Sailfin Ribbon-Goby get?
- The Sailfin Ribbon-Goby grows to about 18 cm.