Slimy goby
📖 Overview
Slimy goby (Callogobius flavobrunneus) 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 7 cm. It occurs at depths between 3 and 20 metres. With a trophic level of 3.2, 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): 10; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 8. Dark brown in color, with faint saddles under dorsal fin; median fins dark with white spots; pectorals pale with wavy dark stripes; pelvic fins clear ; characterized further by having dark brown bars radiating from eye; completely united pelvic fins with well-developed frenum; rounded caudal fin; longitudinal scale series 37-40; cycloid scales on head and body; cycloid scales on nape, cheek, opercle, base of pectoral fin, breast and abdomen, remaining scales ctenoid; predorsal scales 17-20; head with prominent papillae ridges; depth of body 4.1-5.0 in SL .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Slimy goby is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Slimy goby is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Slimy goby is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 3 - 20 m . Tropical West Pacific.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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