Bilobed ghost goby
📖 Overview
Inhabits shallow reef flats with algae and seagrass habitats . Common on blades of seagrasses (e.g. Enhalus) . Feeds on small crustaceans taken from the blades or water nearby . Depth range from 0-22 m (Ref 90102).
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 8. Characterized by head and body translucent green to yellowish green with brown to golden brown bands/bars; male with distinct black blotch on posteriormost part of second dorsal fin; longitudinal scale series 23-29; nape without scales; bilobed tongue; relatively slender body, depth of body at anus averages 6.7 in SL .: elongated; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bilobed ghost goby is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; brackish; demersal; depth range 0 - 22 m . Tropical; 30°N - 9°S north to the Ryukyu Islands.
🌿 Ecology
small crustaceans taken from the blades or water nearby (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottogobius bilobatus | Koumans | 1941 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Bilobed ghost goby.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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