| Family: |
Gobiidae (Gobies), subfamily: Gobiinae |
| Max. size: |
2.5 cm SL (male/unsexed); 3.22 cm SL (female) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; marine; depth range 5 - 20 m |
| Distribution: |
Mediterranean Sea. Lessepsian migrant. |
| Diagnosis: |
Dorsal spines (total): 7-7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8-8; Anal spines: 1-1; Anal soft rays: 8-8. This species is distinguished by the following characters: absence of a black spot/blotch at rear of first dorsal fin; D2 I,8; A I,8-9; pectoral fin rays 17-18; scales in lateral series 25-28; predorsal scales ctenoid 6-7; gill rakers short and stout 2+8; suborbital rows of sensory papillae with rows a and c in reduced and disorganised transverse pattern (Ref. 119377). |
| Biology: |
This species was observed in vegetated [Lessepsian seagrass Halophila stipulacea (Forsskål) Ascherson, 1867] soft bottom and sloping habitats and also prefers areas where the water movement is limited, such as in sheltered bays. Populations were observed at 5-20 m depth but were more abundant at 7-15 m depth with approximately 1-3 individuals per sq.m (Ref. 119377). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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