Commafin goby
📖 Overview
Commafin goby (Caffrogobius saldanha) is a ray-finned fish of the family Gobiidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 12.5 cm. It occurs at depths between 0 and 7 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9 - 11; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 9 - 10. Body with spots forming irregular longitudinal rows; black spot on posterior end of spinous dorsal; large males with faint vertical bands anteriorly; all fins (except caudal fin) dusky .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Commafin goby is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; brackish; demersal; depth range 0 - 7 m . Subtropical Southeast Atlantic: Namibia to East London, South Africa.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Commafin goby.
🔍 Similar Species
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