Black-margined goby
📖 Overview
Black-margined goby (Robinsichthys nigrimarginatus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Gobiidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 2.1 cm. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 9; Vertebrae: 27. This species is distinguished by the following characters: first dorsal-fin pterygiophore pattern 3-22111*0 (last pterygiophore lacking an associated dorsal-fin spine; D1 VI; vertebrae 11 + 17; with two modified basicaudal scales; no head pores; D2 I,9; A I,9; pelvic fins are completely united by membrane to form a round disc with well-developed anterior frenum; pectoral-fin rays 19 .: elongated; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Black-margined goby is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range ? - 229 m . Tropical southwest coast of Curaçao, Caribbean Netherlands.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Black-margined goby.
🔍 Similar Species
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