How big is the Kolombatovic's goby?

Kolombatovic's goby (Chromogobius zebratus) reaches 3–6 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Kolombatovic's goby?

Kolombatovic's goby is found between 2–40 m deep.

What is the conservation status of the Kolombatovic's goby?

IUCN status: Least concern (LC).

Where can you find the Kolombatovic's goby?

Found in: East Atlantic, Mediterranean.

Kolombatovic's goby (Chromogobius zebratus)

Key facts

Scientific name: Chromogobius zebratus
Common name: Kolombatovic's goby
Category: Fish
Family: Gobiidae
Genus: Chromogobius
Size: 3–6 cm
Depth: 2–40 m
IUCN status: Least concern (LC)
Danger level: Harmless
Habitats: rocky, cave
Behaviours: solitary, cryptic
Ocean zones: East Atlantic, Mediterranean

Description

Chromogobius zebratus reaches 6 cm. Small goby with a pink-beige body and fine dark transverse stripes (hence zebra-like). Extremely cryptic, lives in small cracks and interstices of coralligenous rocky walls between 2 and 40 m. A prized macro subject for its graphic pattern. Discreet, must be sought with a torch in crevices.

Photo of Kolombatovic's goby

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Kolombatovic's goby?: Kolombatovic's goby (Chromogobius zebratus) reaches 3–6 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Kolombatovic's goby?: Kolombatovic's goby is found between 2–40 m deep.
Is the Kolombatovic's goby dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Kolombatovic's goby?: IUCN status: Least concern (LC).
Where can you find the Kolombatovic's goby?: Found in: East Atlantic, Mediterranean.

Other species in the family Gobiidae

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 126875)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 2375934)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia