Pruinosa goby
📖 Overview
Pruinosa goby (Palutrus pruinosus) 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 1.7 cm. With a trophic level of 3, 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; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 8.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Pruinosa goby is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Pruinosa goby is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Pruinosa goby is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated. Tropical Central Pacific: Palau to Samoa.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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