Longspot shrimpgoby
📖 Overview
Longspot shrimpgoby (Tomiyamichthys tanyspilus), first described by Randall & Chen, 2007 is a small fish in the family Gobiidae (order Gobiiformes). Adults typically reach 5.10 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 3 to 10 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
Dorsal spines (total): 6 - 7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 11; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 12. Characterized by greenish grey body color with numerous blackish spots; midlateral row of five elongated dark spots, last on base of caudal fin followed by blackish median streak onto fin; united pelvic fins, well developed frenum present; longitudinal scale series 78-80; head, nape and pectoral fin base without scales; cycloid scales covering body; greatest depth of body 6.7-7.3 in SL; lanceolate caudal fin, longer than head length; absence of posterior oculoscapular sensory canal .: elongated; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Longspot shrimpgoby is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 3 - 10 m . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Longspot shrimpgoby.
🔍 Similar Species
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