Fin's Fish Guide
The Banded reef goby (Priolepis cincta) is a brackish-water fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 7 cm.
Description
The banded reef goby is a small goby from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 7 cm and has an orange-brown body with numerous narrow, pale cross-bars. It lives very secretively on coral reefs, often upside down on the ceiling of crevices, caves and holes, and feeds on small invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans and is assessed as Least Concern (LC) by the IUCN.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Banded reef goby?
The Banded reef goby has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a vertical stripes pattern. Lives hidden, often upside down in reef crevices and caves
Where does the Banded reef goby live?
The Banded reef goby lives in brackish water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-West Pacific
How big does the Banded reef goby get?
The Banded reef goby grows to a maximum of about 7 cm.
Is the Banded reef goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Banded reef goby is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Banded reef goby edible?
The Banded reef goby is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Priolepis
More from the family Gobiidae
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