Longjaw Shrimpgoby
Psilogobius prolatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–20 m
- Max size: 5.5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small Hawaiian shrimpgoby of sheltered bays and lagoons, it shares a burrow in sand and rubble with a snapping shrimp down to about 20 metres. The shrimp keeps the tunnel clear while the goby watches for danger at the door.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gobiiformes › Gobiidae › Psilogobius
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 282486.
FAQ
- How deep does the Longjaw Shrimpgoby live?
- The Longjaw Shrimpgoby (Psilogobius prolatus) is typically found at 1–20 m.
- Is the Longjaw Shrimpgoby dangerous to divers?
- The Longjaw Shrimpgoby is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Longjaw Shrimpgoby get?
- The Longjaw Shrimpgoby grows to about 5.5 cm.