Noble goby
📖 Overview
Noble goby (Priolepis eugenius), first described by Jordan & Evermann, 1903 is a small fish in the family Gobiidae (order Gobiiformes). Adults typically reach 5.60 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 1 to 26 metres. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Gobiidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Noble goby is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Noble goby is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; non-migratory; depth range 1 - 26 m . Tropical Central Pacific: appears to be endemic to Hawaii.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Noble goby.
🔍 Similar Species
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