Feather goby
📖 Overview
Feather goby (Callogobius plumatus), first described by Smith, 1959 is a tiny fish in the family Gobiidae (order Gobiiformes). Adults typically reach 3.90 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 5 to 6 metres. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Gobiidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 6 - 7. Head and body white with black marks .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Feather goby is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 5 - 6 m . Tropical East Africa to Guam.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drombus plumatus | Smith | 1959 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Feather goby.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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