Nymph goby
📖 Overview
Nymph goby (Feia nympha) 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 2.7 cm. It occurs at depths between 4 and 16 metres. With a trophic level of 3.1, 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): 6 - 7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 8. Characterized by white body color with irregular brown spotting; pelvic fins slightly united medially; absence of pelvic frenum; rounded caudal fin; longitudinal scale series 22; absence of scales on head and anterior body; cycloid scales embedded on posterior half of body; depth of body 6.3 in SL .: elongated; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Nymph goby is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 4 - 16 m . Tropical East Africa to Fr.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Nymph goby.
🔍 Similar Species
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