Andaman goby
📖 Overview
Andaman goby (Callogobius andamanensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Gobiidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 5.4 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 6 - 7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 11 - 12; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 10. This species is distinguished by the following characters: very minute cycloid scales throughout the body; 70 scales in longitudinal series and pointed teeth on jaws arranged in several rows; characterized further by having generally brown body color with 3-4 darker bands across side; mottled or spotted fins; completely united pelvic fins with well-developed frenum, reaching nearly to anus; pointed caudal fin; head and body with cycloid scales; presence of predorsal scales; head with prominent papillae ridges; depth of body 7.4 in SL .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Andaman goby is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Andaman goby is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Andaman goby is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic. Tropical Indian Ocean: Middle Andamans.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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