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!