Species FishWhitebarred Goby

Whitebarred Goby

Amblygobius phalaena

CommonFish
Illustration of Whitebarred Goby (Amblygobius phalaena)

The Whitebarred Goby is a small fish with a distinctive pattern of white bars on its body. It is known for its symbiotic relationship with shrimp, sharing burrows for protection.

Habitat
Inhabits sandy and muddy substrates near coral reefs.
Diet
Feeds on small zooplankton and detritus.
How common
Common

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