Ctenogobiops maculosus
Blennies/Gobies
Red Sea shrimpgoby
Gefleckte Partnergrundel
Gobie de sable de la Mer rouge
Gobio pareja de mancha plateada
Ghiozzo leopardato
Distribution
- The Red Sea
Environment and movement of the diurnal species
- The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
- The species is generally motionless in its environment
- The species is generally found at the bottom of a hole
- The species can be found between 1 and 15 Meters.
- Common species.
- Hides in the sand.
- Endemic species.
General behaviour of the species
- The species is territorial
- Species generally living in a couple
- Lives in partnership with crustaceans
- Hides in the sand.
- The animal is fearful of the diver
General characteristics of the species
- Maximum size : 7 cm
- The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Relationship with humans
- The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
- The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Aquarium enthusiasts.
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!