Common fusegoby
📖 Overview
Solitary or in small groups . Inhabits tidal reef flats and shallow lagoons, on sand or rubble patches . Feeds on organic matter and small benthic invertebrates .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 8. 1st black spot between 1st 2 dorsal spines; body with small dark spots ; characterized by semi-translucent grey with small brown spots on head and body; presence of slanting bands along back; fully united pelvic fins; well developed pelvic frenum; rounded caudal fin; longitudinal scale series 22-24; ctenoid scales those on nape; cycloid scales on breast and base of pectoral fin; operculum without scales; median predorsal scales absent, 5-6 scales on side of nape anterior to dorsal fin origin; opening of gill extending nearly to below rear edge of opercle; depth of body 4.0-4.6 in SL .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Common fusegoby is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Benthic spawner.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 0 - 25 m . Tropical; 21°C - 30°C ; 35°N - 33°S, 32°E - 143°W East Africa to the Tuamoto Islands, north to Ryukyu Islands, south to Lord Howe Island.
🌿 Ecology
organic matter and small benthic invertebrates (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Common fusegoby 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 | 18.3 g |
| Omega-3 (total) | 149 mg |
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Common fusegoby has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔬 Full Nutritional Profile
Per 100g - Raw, per 100g - Source: USDA FoodData Central templates (generic fish average)
📊 Population Dynamics
| Year | Region | Index | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| - | - | - |
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coryphopterus neophytus | Günther | 1877 | Synonym |
| Eviota woolacottae | Whitley | 1958 | Synonym |
| Fusigobius africanus | Smith | 1959 | Synonym |
| Fusigobius neophytus africanis | Smith | 1959 | Synonym |
| Fusigobius neophytus africanus | Smith | 1959 | Synonym |
| Gobius neophytus | Günther | 1877 | Synonym |
| Thalassogobius corallinus | Herre | 1953 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Common fusegoby.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 5 records indexed .
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