Sharknose goby
📖 Overview
Adults inhabit coral reefs with clear waters, preferably in oceanic, insular areas . In pairs near coral heads. Monogamous . A cleaner . Minimum depth reported from Ref. 27115. Have been reared in captivity . Adults feed on ectoparasites of fishes .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 12; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 11 - 12. Yellow stripe in front of each eye, joining near tip of snout to form V. Mouth inferior; snout overhangs upper lip, connected by frenum . A black stripe beginning on snout, passing through lower part of eye, across upper end of gill opening onto body where it broadens and continues along lower side to end of caudal fin .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Sharknose goby is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Sharknose goby is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Monogamous mating is observed as both obigate and social .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; non-migratory ; depth range 1 - 53 m , usually 1 - 50 m . Tropical; 22°C - 27°C South America.
🌿 Ecology
ectoparasites of fishes (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Sharknose goby is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Per 100g cooked - Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Protein | 17.8 g |
| Omega-3 (total) | 112 mg |
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Sharknose goby has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Sharknose goby · sharpnose goby · Shark nose goby |
| 🌍CES | hlaváč žralokonosý |
| 🇩🇪German | Hainasengrundel |
| 🇫🇷French | Gobie nez-de-requin · Gobie à museau de requin |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Góbio-neon-de-focinho-afiado |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | Gobio de Evelyn · gobio hocicudo · gobio tiburoncito |
| 🇨🇳Chinese | 伊夫林鮈鰕虎魚 |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gobiosoma evelynae | Böhlke & Robins | 1968 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 15 records indexed .
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