Blackspot shrimpgoby
📖 Overview
Blackspot shrimpgoby (Cryptocentrus nigrocellatus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Gobiidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 13 cm. It occurs at depths between 3 and 10 metres. With a trophic level of 3.4, 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: 8 - 9. Body with 3 or 4 rows of white spots on body; all fins transparent with dark spots or bars forming oblique lines. A large ocellus rimmed with white line between the posterior margin of preopercle and opercle. Scales in longitudinal row 70; in transverse series 22; predorsal 3. Caudal fin rounded ; further characterized by dark brown to blackish body color; white snout and jaw tips; lower side with white speckling; united pelvic fins, presence of frenum; longitudinal scale series 69-78; head without scales; greatest depth of body 4.7-5.2 in SL .: elongated; Cross section: circular.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Blackspot shrimpgoby is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 3 - 10 m . Subtropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Blackspot shrimpgoby.
🔍 Similar Species
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