Buan goby
📖 Overview
Found in silty inner tidal flats near mangroves and among seagrasses, usually hovering a little above the bottom . Feeds on small invertebrates and organic matter .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 6 - 7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 14; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 13. Characterized by presence of three grey to reddish stripes on upper two-thirds of body, interspersed with irregular red marking; lower side of body with five diffuse dark grey blotches; dark brown spot at caudal fin base; first and second dorsal fin equal in height; rounded caudal fin; longitudinal scale series 55-60; predorsal scales 22-25; scales dorsally on opercle, none on cheek; ctenoid body scales; cycloid scales on nape, abdomen and opercle; depth of body 4.5 in SL .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Buan goby is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 0 - 15 m , usually 0 - 4 m . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
small invertebrates and organic matter (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Buan goby.
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